According to a recent report by BBloomberg’sMark Gurman, the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro will maintain a design closely resembling the current iPhone 16 Pro—with one notable difference: the rear camera layout.
Gurman, known for his accurate Apple leaks and insider insights, noted that while the overall form factor, materials, and display size are expected to stay largely the same, Apple will be reworking the camera arrangement, possibly to accommodate new sensors or improved imaging capabilities.
What Might Change in the Camera Layout?
While specifics were confirmed, speculation suggests:
- A shift in lens placement to optimize spatial photography or video stabilization
- Potential inclusion of next-gen LiDAR or periscope lenses
- Adjustments for augmented reality enhancements
Apple has been steadily evolving its camera tech, and a redesigned layout could hint at more profound hardware changes beneath the surface.
What’s Staying the Same?
- Titanium frame (introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro series)
- Rounded edge design
- USB-C port
- ProMotion display and Dynamic Island
This continuity aligns with AApple’s recent strategy of refining design across generations while investing heavily in camera, chip, and AI improvements.
What It Means for Users
For those upgrading from older models (like iPhone 13 or 14), the iPhone 17 Pro may still offer a visually familiar but functionally improved experience. The differences may be subtle for iPhone 16 Pro users unless photography or video capabilities are a significant priority.
Conclusion
If GGurman’s report holds true, the iPhone 17 Pro will continue Apple’s recent design philosophy: evolution over revolution. The biggest visual clue of the upgrade might be what’s back—pointing to the camera as the next big leap in AApple’shardware roadmap.