Now that the iPhone 16 series is out, people are already talking about the next big thing—Apple’s iPhone 17 series for 2025. According to new reports, the iPhone 17 Pro Max might get more upgrades than the regular iPhone 17 Pro. Besides a bigger screen and battery, it could have three more improvements.
The biggest news is that Apple might change the name of the iPhone 17 Pro Max to iPhone 17 Ultra. A Chinese blogger, yeux1122, leaked this information, and since well-known tech expert Mark Gurman has been expecting an "Ultra" model for a while, this rumor is getting a lot of attention.
What’s New in the iPhone 17 Ultra?
One major change is a smaller Dynamic Island. Reports say Apple has ordered parts for a reduced Dynamic Island, but only for one model—most likely the iPhone 17 Ultra. This means it could have a sleeker design. The regular iPhone 17 Pro is expected to keep the same notch as before.
Rumors also say the iPhone 17 Ultra will be thicker (around 8.7mm) to fit a bigger battery. The battery size isn’t confirmed, but it will likely be larger than the one in the iPhone 17 Pro.
Another possible upgrade is better cooling. The iPhone 17 Ultra might have a special vapor chamber cooling system, which helps keep the phone from overheating. This feature might be missing from the iPhone 17 Pro.
Why the Name Change?
Apple might use the “Ultra” name to show that this model is the best in the lineup. They already use this naming style for their chips and other products, so it makes sense to do the same for iPhones. However, Apple hasn’t confirmed anything yet, so we’ll have to wait for more proof before believing this rumor completely.