For years, the design of Apple‘s flagship iPhone Pro models has followed a predictable pattern of subtle refinements. We often anticipate internal upgrades like faster chips or improved cameras. However, major external changes have been less common. That said, according to a new report, the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max might be getting a radical redesign that will be impossible to miss. While everyone has been focused on the usual internal upgrades, it seems the biggest news might be on the back of the phone.
A two-tone redesign for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max
The key detail comes from a recent report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Their report suggests the iPhone 17 Pro models will feature a new two-tone rear design with aluminum and glass. This would be noticeably different from the current all-glass design of previous generations and a much more dramatic visual shift than many initially expected.
Gurman’s report indicates that the camera area will expand into a full-width bar across the top of the device. Plus, the bottom two-thirds will feature a separate cutout that also serves as the wireless charging area, specifically for MagSafe. This description aligns with earlier schematic leaks that hinted at a more distinct separation between materials on the phone’s rear.
iPhone 17 Pro new design may pave the way for subsequent models
This rumor, if true, represents the most noticeable design change for the iPhone Pro in ages. The move could not only give the iPhone a fresh new look but also potentially set the stage for a future where Apple uses more metal in its high-end phones. There have also been many rumors about an all-glass iPhone 20.
Switching to a two-tone aluminum-and-glass design could also have a practical benefit. The new approach might make the phones noticeably lighter. We’ve already seen Apple experiment with different materials and finishes. However, a change of this scale would likely be one of the most talked-about features of the iPhone 17 Pro lineup. As Apple’s next event approaches, all eyes will be on whether this potential iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max new design becomes a reality.
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