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On 9 September, Apple held its 'It's Glowtime' hardware launch event, during which the iPhone 16 series of devices was introduced. Even though phones were just released on Friday in India and a few other regions, information about Apple's rumoured iPhone 17 series—anticipated to launch in the second half of 2025—has already appeared online. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is ideal if you value having a larger screen, a longer battery life, and the best camera performance. The iPhone 17 Slim might be a better choice if you'd rather have a smaller, more compact smartphone and are willing to sacrifice some capabilities in exchange for a lower cost. According to a market expert, Apple's upcoming iPhone models will include a display capability previously exclusive to Pro versions, in keeping with earlier expectations.
Display Supply Chain Consultants' Ross Young stated (via GSMArena) in a since-deleted post on X (formerly Twitter) that the upcoming iPhone models—which are anticipated to launch as the iPhone 17 and a redesigned iPhone 17 Slim—will have improved screens with a refresh rate that spans from 1Hz to 120Hz.
16 pro max and iPhone 17 Slim: What will be the difference?
The main points of differentiation between the two models are the size, battery life, camera, and cost of the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Slim. With a 6.7-inch screen, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is a larger device that provides a more engaging viewing experience, while the iPhone 17 Slim, with its 6.1-inch screen, appeals to consumers who prefer a more compact design. Regarding battery life, the more extensive battery found in the iPhone 16 Pro Max usually allows more prolonged use between charges than that of the smaller iPhone 17 Slim. With bigger sensors and more lenses, the iPhone 16 Pro Max's camera system is more sophisticated, offering better low-light performance and improved zoom capabilities. Due to its premium features, the iPhone 16 Pro Max typically costs more than the iPhone 17 Slim.
What to expect from the iPhone 17
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120Hz LTPO OLED Displays: These cutting-edge screens are anticipated to be included in all iPhone 17 versions, including the base model and the iPhone 17 Slim.
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Better Visual Experience: Games and programs with lots of content run more smoothly and responsively on 120Hz LTPO panels.
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Enhanced Battery Life: By lowering the refresh rate while the display is static, adaptive refresh rates made possible by LTPO technology can help prolong battery life.
Although the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max were the first smartphones to offer Apple's 120Hz ProMotion in 2021, the company's most recent models use LTPO AMOLED panels, which allow features like the always-on display feature that was added to the iPhone 14 Pro and later versions.
16 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Slim: Learn about the first non-Pro models
Should Young's assertion hold, the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim may be the first non-Pro models from the firm to use high-refresh-rate displays. While numerous less expensive Android devices that are five times less expensive than the entry-level iPhone 16 model provide a faster refresh rate, even the most recent iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have displays that only support 60Hz. The rumoured iPhone 17 Pro versions are anticipated to have additional RAM; the iPhone 17 Pro Max has 12GB of RAM and a vapour chamber cooling technology. In contrast, the iPhone 16 range promises minor hardware advancements over last year's models. A new 2nm chipset from Apple, produced by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) the following year, may also be included in both Pro variants.