What is the iPhone 17 expected to have?

The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to bring a thinner new model, display upgrades across the range, newer Apple chips, camera changes, and Apple Intelligence-focused performance improvements. The most commonly expected lineup is: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air or Slim, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Likely expectations:

• A new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air/Slim model replacing or sitting where the Plus model used to be.
• 120Hz ProMotion displays may expand beyond only Pro models, though this is not confirmed.
• New A-series chips, likely with stronger on-device AI performance.
• Camera upgrades, especially on the Pro models; the front camera is also rumored to improve.
• iOS 26 at launch, with deeper Apple Intelligence features.
• Design changes, especially for the thin model and possibly the rear camera layout on Pro models.
• USB-C will continue, as Apple has already moved the iPhone line to USB-C.

If you’re deciding whether to wait: wait if you want a thinner design, possible smoother displays on non-Pro models, or the latest AI/camera upgrades. Buy an iPhone 16-series model now if you need a phone soon or find a strong discount.