As August arrives, all eyes are on Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 17 series, expected to launch in September 2025. With leaks now flooding the web, the iPhone 17 Pro appears to be at the center of attention thanks to significant hardware and design changes.
Here are the top 5 expected features and upgrades coming to the iPhone 17 Pro, based on credible industry leaks and reports.
A Bold New Design with Aluminium Frame
One of the most striking changes for the iPhone 17 Pro is a major design overhaul. Leaks suggest a reimagined camera module that could stretch across the rear panel, making the Pro model instantly recognizable.
Perhaps even more surprising is Apple’s reported decision to ditch the titanium frame (introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro) in favor of aluminium, a material typically seen in standard models. While aluminium could reduce weight and manufacturing cost, it remains to be seen how Apple will integrate wireless charging, which still requires a glass back.
New 48MP Telephoto Camera with Smarter Zoom
The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature an upgraded 48MP telephoto lens, potentially replacing the current 5x optical zoom with a 3.5x optical zoom. However, thanks to the higher resolution sensor, Apple might use hybrid zoom techniques to deliver sharp images up to 10x.
This approach mirrors strategies used in Android flagships like the Vivo X200 Pro and could make digital zoom more useful on iPhones than ever before.
iPhone 17 Series May Get 12GB RAM Across All Models
Another big change? More memory. All iPhone 17 models, including the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Air, are expected to ship with 12GB RAM. This upgrade is closely tied to Apple’s ambitions in on-device AI, as the company rolls out Apple Intelligence across the ecosystem.
More RAM will also help with multitasking, future iOS features, and machine learning performance.
New A19 Pro Chipset Based on 3nm Process
At the heart of the iPhone 17 Pro will be Apple’s next-generation A19 Pro chip, the successor to the A18 Pro expected in this year’s iPhone 16 Pro. Reports indicate the A19 Pro will continue using the 3nm fabrication process, offering incremental improvements in speed, thermal efficiency, and battery life.
While benchmark comparisons with chips like Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon Elite are still months away, Apple is known for leading in real-world performance metrics — especially when it comes to graphics and AI workloads.
Vibrant New Colour Options: Orange, Blue, and More
For the first time in years, Apple may bring bright, expressive colours to the Pro iPhones. According to tipster Majin Bu, the iPhone 17 Pro will be offered in orange, dark blue, silver, and classic black.
This marks a clear departure from Apple’s recent focus on muted tones like Natural Titanium. The bold orange in particular could help Apple capture a younger, trendier audience.
iPhone 17 Pro Launch Date and Price Expectations
While Apple hasn’t officially announced the event, tradition points to a mid-September 2025 launch, with pre-orders starting shortly after. The iPhone 17 Pro price in India and globally is expected to remain close to the iPhone 16 Pro’s pricing — though supply chain shifts and material costs could influence the final MSRP.
Final Thoughts
With a fresh design, upgraded telephoto lens, A19 Pro chip, 12GB RAM, and eye-catching colour options, the iPhone 17 Pro could be one of the most exciting iPhone upgrades in recent memory.
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to Apple’s September event.
