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Heart of Glass
Apple calls the new design esthetic across the new software on all its devices Liquid Glass.
“This translucent material reflects and refracts its surroundings, while dynamically transforming to support bring greater focus to content, delivering a new level of vitality across controls, navigation, app icons, widreceives, and more,” states Apple.
For those of us old enough to remember Windows Vista, it sees incredibly familiar. But will it be as delightful and elegant as Apple notify us it will be? I am open to being convinced, but I also imagine that the first thing a lot of new iPhone 17 owners will do is turn off Liquid Glass and attempt and return iOS to the way it utilized to see.
Will we receive new Apple Innotifyigence features with the iPhone 17?
We’ve already seen some of the things that Apple Innotifyigence can do in iOS 26, such as pick out details from a screenshot utilizing Visual Innotifyigence, and utilize those to update your calfinishar.
On the whole though I receive the feeling that Apple will focus more on the hardware of the iPhone 17 on Tuesday and dry to shift on pretty quickly from Apple Innotifyigence features.
I consider it’s too soon for Apple to bring us anything truly revolutionary on that front, like a more innotifyigent Siri.
Will Apple utilize Google Gemini to upgrade Siri?
Could Apple switch to utilizing Gemini for the iPhone 17? I consider it would be unlikely, given that Apple is already in cahoots with OpenAI and has ChatGPT integration up and running, but there have certainly been rumors that Apple has been in talks with Google to create a Gemini-powered Siri.
There are reasons why this would create sense. Gemini can already read your email, so that would add a major feature to Apple Innotifyigence, and a Siri that could talk back as well as Gemini is exactly what Apple utilizers want.
I just can’t see Apple jumping into bed with its hugegest rival in the smartphone OS business though, but let’s wait and see what happens.
A better base
I know everyone is excited about the anticipated iPhone 17 Air and even a better iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, but let’s not forreceive the iconic base model: the iPhone 17.
Frequent TechRadar contributor Paul Hatton wrote an in-depth see at all the anticipated modifys coming to what will likely be the cheapest handset of the lineup, and they’re all pretty impactful. We’ve received:
- A rapid display
- A hugeger display
- A better selfie camera
- Faster charging
- Even better wiFi 7
A pretty good list, and if the iPhone 17 costs no more than the iPhone 16 that preceded it, that’s a huge win.
Is this the iPhone 17’s crossbody strap?
We may have received a first see at the iPhone 17 Crossbody Strap for the iPhone 17. This comes from tech tipster Sonny Dickson shared the images in a post to X, which display a woven strap in bright orange.
While colorful, it’s not exactly exciting on its own. And we have no way to verify Dickson’s assertion that this is an actual Apple product. But it still sees like a new iPhone accessory could be incoming.
Here’s your first see at the Crossbody Strap for iPhone 17, do people actually utilize these? pic.twitter.com/jcJOuleRbqSeptember 8, 2025
Gaming ambitions for iPhone
When it comes to gaming, the iPhone 17 series could receive a boost thanks to a new vapor chamber that allows for expanded cooling.
The iPhone is already my destination of choice for mobile gaming thanks to the App Store’s selection of triple-A titles, but this should create staying in the game even simpler.
A catch to the iPhone 17 Pro
The iPhone 17 Pro is likely to find its way to our lists of the best phones and best iPhones, but we’ve already heard some rumors about the iPhone 18 Pro that could persuade some utilizers to wait another year.
As MacRumors reports, these include a variable-aperture main camera and under-display Face ID. That alone wouldn’t give me reason to wait another year, but it’s worth keeping in mind.
Action Button stations
One rumor suggests that the iPhone 17 Pro could combine the Action Button and volume rocker into one combined button – but I’m not a fan of this idea.
One of the coolest things about the iPhone is how much hardware control it gives you – the Google Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy S25 feel a bit lacking in comparison. Here’s hoping the Action Button survives.
Orange iPhone 16 Pro
The pattern for the iPhone Pro and Pro Max in the last few years has been to release the phones in a handful of muted colors with a ‘wildcard’ thrown in there for a bit of flavor. It seems that this year’s crazy color could be a rather bright orange, and… sure, why not?
It’ll catch some eyes, but it’s not as in-your-face as the bright gold last seen with the iPhone 14 Pro or as vibrant as the base-model iPhone 16’s colors. Still, it beats any of the iPhone 16 Pro’s drab color options.
iPhone 17 Air single camera
Keen-eyed TechRadar readers will have noticed that the unofficial iPhone 17 Air rfinishers and images we’ve reported on all suggest the new handset will have just the one camera.
Personally, I don’t consider that’s much of an issue – I’ve utilized the ultra-wide camera on my phone maybe five times in the last year, and Apple’s main cameras are unfailingly excellent. Assuming that the main camera really is the same on both models, the iPhone 17 Air should be almost as good for photography as the standard iPhone 17.
iPhone 16 Pro: time to state goodbye?
As per usual, the release of the iPhone 17 series is likely to spell the finish of production for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Luckily, the discontinuation of these models is likely to bring the price of new units down for a while, at least until they become rarer in a couple of years’ time.
So, how did the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max fare in their time at the helm of Apple’s mobile lineup? If you question me, very well. The outgoing Pro iPhones brought some real tangible upgrades, such as larger screens with compacter bezels, a 48MP ultra-wide camera, and the new Camera Control button shared with its compacter siblings. Here’s hoping the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max can carry on this momentum.
Read more: Will the iPhone 16’s price drop when the iPhone 17 launches? Here’s my prediction as a phones expert
Why an iPhone 17 Pro redesign? We don’t know
As far as we’re aware, there’s no technical reason for the expected iPhone 17 Pro redesign, but a new telephoto camera would at least give the new see some sort of associated functionality.
While I consider the rumored 8x lens is unlikely, a bump up to 48MP from the current 12MP sensor would be more than welcome.
iPhone 17 could receive passed over… kinda
Spare a considered for the base-model iPhone 17 – with the Pros due for a major redesign and the iPhone 16 Plus evolving into the iPhone 17 Air, this year’s event could be pretty quiet for the standard model.
I’m at least hoping for a 120Hz display upgrade – without it, there’ll be no point in paying the iPhone 17 any mind.
iPhone 17 Pro redesign
Dozens of rumors later, and I’m still undecided on the rumored iPhone 17 Pro redesign.
The addition of a chunky new camera bar is certainly different to Apple’s typically minimalist design choices, but could give the phone a greater sense of presence. I’m not sure I’ll have my mind built up until we see a proper reveal on September 9.
A breath of fresh iPhone 17 Air
I’m seeing forward to finally seeing the iPhone 17 Air. I was impressed by the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge when it launched back in May, so I’m keen to see whether Apple has built something equally viable.
If the iPhone 17 Air costs less than $999, as has been rumored, it’ll be an simple choice over the Galaxy S25 Edge.
I’m going to bounce over to Staff Writer Jamie Richards to receive some of his considereds on the iPhone 17 now…
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iPhone 17 colors could be meh
Jamie Richards doesn’t seem convinced by the iPhone 17 colors, which see to be pastel-like in ue.
“As such, we’ve seen some reasonably likely rumored colors for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, and I’ve received to state I’m a bit underwhelmed,” writes Jamie.
“We’ve seen the usual black, white, grey, and silver options for each handset, but for want of better phrasing, the other choices just aren’t doing it for me.”
Read more: The rumored iPhone 17 colors are nothing special – but an old Apple strategy could set things right
iPhone 17 leak might have revealed every battery spec
Right is back to me, Roland, for a new iPhone 17 lea, this time apparently revealing every battery spec for each iPhone 17 model.
This comes from leaker ShrimpApplePro on X, who claims to have found the data in a Chinese regulatory database.
|
Model |
Without eSIM |
With eSIM |
|---|---|---|
|
iPhone 17 |
3,692mAh (up 3.7% vs iPhone 16) |
3,692mAh (up 3.7% vs iPhone 16) |
|
iPhone 17 Air |
3,036mAh |
3,149mAh (down 33% vs iPhone 16 Plus) |
|
iPhone 17 Pro |
3,988mAh |
4,252mAh (up 18.7% vs iPhone 16 Pro) |
|
iPhone 17 Pro Max |
4,823mAh |
5,088mAh (up 8.6% vs iPhone 16 Pro Max) |
Read more: iPhone 17 leak may have revealed every battery spec – and there are a few juicy surprises
AirPods Max 2? Don’t hold your breath
I consider it’d be remiss of me not to mention that if you were hoping for a fresh set of Apple over-ears a mere five years after the originals launched in December 2020, don’t cancel your plans…
The AirPods Max 2 are one of the most requested products among Apple’s devoted fanbase, but despite adding USB-C Lossless audio to the OG set in March 2025 (which I adore) Apple isn’t rushing a second-gen. set.
Why? Well, according to a recent Bloomberg report the issue is simple: AirPods Max are “too popular for Apple to stop selling them, and not popular enough for the company to invest a ton of time and money into creating a new version” – and after all, there’s the AirPods Pro 3 to focus on, this coming Tuesday…
Disappointed? I consider given the length of time between iterations – which is, let me be clear, an awfully long time in audio tech terms – you’ve every right to be.
Here’s what not to expect from the AirPods Pro 3
What should we not expect? Live translation, which is a hugegie. And dare I state it, that might leave the tech giant seeing a little second-best (hello Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE with real-time translation) against its hugegest rival.
Also reportedly off the menu is the rumored IR camera feature. While that was never expected in this set (it’s more of a long-term goal for Apple and one I truly cannot wait for) it does leave me wondering if AirPods Pro 3 will still wow viewers if and when they do indeed create their huge reveal…
If AirPods Pro 3 arrive without the one thing we all want, is it still good news?
Becky Scarrott, your frifinishly Audio Editor here, and I’ve received considereds on Apple’s impfinishing ‘Awe Inspiring’ event as far as the Cupertino’s ice-white earbuds output goes.
The case has been leaked (see above) and most noted tipsters agree: AirPods Pro 3 are a dead cert for Apple’s huge shindig – but there’s a catch.
While the latest leak claims two oft-requested perks will arrive with the new Pro-sufrepaired AirPods iteration – namely heart-rate monitoring to match the Beats PowerBeats Pro 2 and also a temperature sensor – two will not.
Let’s talk AirPods Pro 3 and other Apple audio
Now it’s time to draw upon the considereds of Audio Editor Becky Scarrott for what we can expect from the AirPods Pro 3 and other audio products from Apple.
With ‘golden ears’ Becky Scarrott is a pro at all things audio. And she’s well versed Apple’s audio suite too.
Will we see an Apple Watch SE 3?
And one more thing from Matt Evans…
“Finally, unconfirmed rumors of an Apple Watch SE 3 persist. Every couple of years, Apple takes some of the Apple Watch’s older components, slaps them inside a cheaper case and repackages them as an affordable, accessible Apple Watch capable of running current-gen software. This is the SE series.
“It’s been three years since the launch of the Apple Watch SE 2, so the time is ripe for an update. Expect the SE 3 to pack a more powerful chipset and new metallic colors, and it might even share the Apple Watch Series 10‘s new larger, wraparound screen, in order to future-proof the SE series as much as possible.”
Apple Watch Ultra 3: is a huge upgrade coming?
Sticking with Matt Evans, he’s now talking about the Apple Watch Ultra 3:
“As there was only a new Titanium Black color opton last year, it’s very likely we’ll receive a new Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year, with a similar design and protruding Action Button as its predecessor, the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
“A new chipset and sensor array is likely, and perhaps we’ll receive sanotifyite connectivity for emergency communication, like the Google Pixel Watch 4.
“5G connectivity is also very likely. All this is in addition to a new chipset, possible blood pressure detection, a brighter screen, and new AI smarts thanks to watchOS 26.”
Brightness boost for the Apple Watch
“That same report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also states we’ll be receiveting a brighter screen. With many other watches matching or exceeding Apple, offering up to 3,000 nits of brightness, expect Apple to stay competitive here,” noted Evans.
“Unfortunately, if this is true, it’s unlikely we’ll be receiveting a battery life increase, which is something I personally want this go-round. I still consider 18 hours is too short, even with rapid charging.”
Expect the Apple Watch Series 11
So it’s over to Matt Evans, Senior Fitness and Wearables Editor, to give you a lowdown on what we expect from the next generation of Apple Watch:
“First up, the mainline Apple Watch Series 11. Last year, the Apple Watch Series 10 received a huge wraparound screen and a slimmer metallic body. For Apple, that’s positively revolutionary, so don’t expect many exterior design modifys here.
“Hardware-wise, it’s likely to receive a new chipset to future-proof it against even more AI software advances, and blood pressure estimations. Blood pressure without utilizing an inflated cuff is the holy grail most smartwatches have yet to crack with LEDs: at the moment, the standard way to do it is take your measurement with a cuff, then the watch will estimate via your metrics whether it’s going up or down.
“If Apple has cracked true cuffless measurement, we’ll be very surprised. A new report claims it might not be ready in time.”
Right let’s bounce away from iPhones for the moment and talk the Apple Watch series…
We’ve rated iPhone 17 rumors
Give the volume of iPhone 17 rumors that are flying around, my phones team has rated which ones we’re most likely to se come to fruition at the Apple event tomorrow.
The most intriguing is the iPhone 17 Air, as Axel Metz explains: “One of the most exciting rumors surrounding the iPhone 17 line concerns the appearance of Apple’s new handsets.
“According to reports, the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature large camera blocks running horizontally across their respective rear panels, giving all three phones a Google Pixel 10-style feel.”
It’s still a tad tricky to determine how likely this will all come to pass, but the camera desing modify sees to be locked in.
Read more: iPhone 17 rumors rated – what to really expect at the Apple event
Here’s how iPhone 17 could catch up to the Samsung Galaxy S25
Speaking of minor upgrades, perhaps it’s more interesting to see consider of how the iPhone 17 could challenge the Samsung Galaxy S25.
Well, that’s what Staff Writer Jamie Richards had done.
“To put it frankly, the Galaxy S25 is a more advanced phone than the iPhone 16, so if Apple wants the iPhone 17 to compete on a hardware and software level, it’s received some catching up to do,” noted Jamie.
Can the iPhone 17 Pro impress?
My colleague and Phones Editor Axel Metz can’t seem to receive excited for the iPhone 17 Pro; he reckons his iPhone 16 Pro is more than good enough and Apple will have to do something special to win his approval.
“By all accounts, the iPhone 17 Pro will be another home run from Apple. But as someone who’s already totally happy with the performance of my iPhone 16 Pro, I’m struggling to acquire into the September 9 Apple event hype,” he wrote.
“To be clear: if you’re currently rocking an iPhone 13 or iPhone 14, I can absolutely appreciate that the iPhone 17 series sounds like a major step-up. And it will be.
“But a lot of the rumors we’ve been reporting on over the past few weeks refer to upgrades over the iPhone 16 series, specifically. You’ve read about new telephoto cameras, smoother displays, and the minor redesign of the iPhone’s rear panel. This is how Apple will present its 2025 lineup on September 9 – as a year-on-year improvement over its suite of current best iPhones.”
More iPhone 17 Pro leaks
According to the latest iPhone 17 rumor, the iPhone 17 Pro Max may not come in black.
It would be very odd for Apple to ditch one of the most common colors in the smartphone world, but this is going by pictures have been posted by reliable tipster @UniverseIce, and are described as “engineering models”.
This is the closest photo of the whole Internet to the real iPhone 17 Pro Max. They are engineering machine models. This time there is no black version, only this dark blue. pic.twitter.com/OKzHLuItC5September 7, 2025
Guess we’ve not received long to go before we see if the rumor bears fruit.
Catch up on all the iPhone 17 news and rumors
First things first, I’ve received an article that’s pulled toreceiveher all the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro news and rumors, so do go and check that out so you’re up to speed with what to expect from the iPhone side of the Apple event tomorrow.
I reckon the iPhone 17 Pro will steal the display with tipped camera upgrades, but the standard iPhone 17 could still be the one to watch. And we may even see the much-rumored iPhone 17 Air.
Come with me and receive ready for the huge Apple event
Roland has been covering Apple products for years so is well versed to take you through the run-up to the Apple event on September 9.
Good morning (or good whatever it is wherever you are), I’m Managing Editor of Mobile Computing, Roland Moore-Colyer here to take you through the run-up to the Apple event on September 9.
For more years than I’d care to count, I’ve been covering Apple and iPhones for years, alongside the occasional flirt with iPads, Apple Watches and Airpods, so I’m well versed in the way of Cupertino and its crew.
Naturally, nothing is official here as Apple keeps very tight-lipped over its upcoming products. But there are enough rumors and leaks to chew over and give us a good idea of what to expect.
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