The upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models are rumored to mark a significant shift in Apple’s design strategy. Since the introduction of the iPhone X in 2017, Apple’s flagship devices have predominantly utilized stainless steel or titanium frames.
However, reports suggest that Apple may revert to an aluminum frame for the iPhone 17 Pro later this year. According to a post from the Chinese social media platform Weibo by the account Instant Digital, the iPhone 17 Pro models will feature an aluminum frame complemented by a glass back to maintain support for MagSafe and Qi wireless charging.
This partial aluminum and glass design builds on earlier speculations about the iPhone 17’s aesthetic. While lower-end iPhone models have consistently used aluminum frames, the Pro series has favored titanium, making a switch back to aluminum a noteworthy change.
Aluminum is known for being both lighter and more cost-effective than titanium, yet the specific reasons for this potential shift in materials remain unclear. The account that made the prediction, Instant Digital, boasts over 1.4 million followers on Weibo and has previously shared accurate information on Apple product releases.
Nevertheless, like all sources, it does not guarantee absolute reliability. As Apple prepares to unveil the iPhone 17 series in September, it is expected that the Pro models will feature redesigned rear casings and camera sections.
However, major updates to the lineup may not emerge until next year’s iPhone 18 models. Rumors suggest enhancements such as increased RAM across several iPhone 17 models and new features for Apple’s devices, from iPhones to Apple TVs.
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