The first dummy models of the iPhone 17 lineup have surfaced online –thanks to well-known Apple tipster Sonny Dickson– offering insight into Apple’s upcoming device. The early prototypes showcase changes in camera bump layouts, variations in thickness across models, and confirmation that MagSafe will be available across the entire range.
According to Bloomsberry, the iPhone 17 “Air” will hint at Apple’s shift toward slimmer, portless designs. However, the news hasn’t been met with much enthusiasm from netizens. Meanwhile, there had been speculation that the iPhone 17 Air might lack MagSafe due to its ultra-thin profile, particularly after Apple removed the feature from the iPhone 16E. Some reports also suggested that MagSafe could interfere with the C1 chip. However, these new dummy models suggest that the iPhone 17 Air will indeed retain MagSafe compatibility.
Another notable tweak appears in the iPhone 17 Air’s Dynamic Island. Unlike previous iPhones, where the front-facing camera has been positioned on the right side of the pill-shaped cutout since the iPhone 14 Pro, the iPhone 17 Air shifts the camera to the left. Meanwhile, the standard iPhone 17, as well as the Pro and Pro Max variants, are expected to maintain the existing camera placement.
Additionally, the dummy models provide a glimpse at the varying thickness of the lineup. Reports suggest that the iPhone 17 Air could be as thin as 5.5mm, making it one of the slimmest iPhones to date. Meanwhile, the Pro models appear to be getting thicker, likely to accommodate upgraded internal components. The standard iPhone 17, in contrast, maintains a similar form factor to its predecessor.
Industry sources also indicate that the iPhone 17 Air will feature a combination of premium and budget-friendly elements. It is expected to include a 120Hz ProMotion display but will reportedly be powered by the Apple A19 chip rather than the more advanced A19 Pro. Despite its slim profile, reports suggest the device will offer battery life comparable to other iPhones in the lineup.
As always, these leaks should be taken with caution until official confirmation from Apple, which is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series later this year.