iPhone 17 leaks a week before Apple event – major design change confirmed
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03/09/2025 21:15
The moment Apple fans have been waiting for is approaching, with the iPhone 17 expected to be unveiled on September 9th.
But tech enthusiasts may have already gotten a sneak peek at the new generation of devices ahead of the official launch.
A leaked video, said to have been taken from the iPhone production line, shows what is believed to be the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
If true, this short clip could confirm a major change in the design of the flagship smartphone.
The leak was posted yesterday on Chinese social media platform Weibo, with a caption that translates as: “Something big has happened, the alleged iPhone 17 Pro Max mass production machine has been leaked.”
The video shows someone taking a large, silver device that resembles an iPhone from a row of similar phones.
The device has a large camera “island” that stretches across the entire top of the phone, similar to the new Google Pixel 10.
As previous rumors suggested, the island appears to have three main cameras arranged in a triangle shape with two smaller sensors clustered on the other side.
One of the strangest design features in this leaked model is the large square glass panel embedded in the back of the phone.
The panel has an Apple logo in the center and covers most of the back of the phone, featuring a white-gray color on the silver model and matte black on the black version.
If true, this would mark one of the most unexpected changes to Apple’s design since the removal of the Home button on the iPhone X.
Although the exact size cannot be estimated from the clip alone, the iPhone 17 Pro Max model in these videos appears somewhat wider than previous models.
But on social media, the reaction to this new design has been far from positive.
On Weibo, one commenter wrote: “It can’t be that ugly, I can’t believe it.”
While another added: “It doesn’t look pretty.”
In addition to showing the possible design of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, these clips also give an idea of the possible colors.
Previous rumors suggested that the 17 Pro Max model could come in a bolder color palette, including black, white, blue, and even orange.
However, in this clip, only the silver and black models are visible.
In the background, the case of an iPhone 17 Pro Max can be seen, which appears to have a light bronze color, similar to the Desert Titanium finish of the iPhone 16 Pro.
Frustratingly, the clip doesn’t last long enough to show if there are more color options.
It’s also possible that these devices are dummy phones – models used to aid in the production of phone cases and do not reflect the actual design of the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
To see for sure what Apple’s new devices look like, fans will have to wait until September 9th for the upcoming “amazing” event.
The date was confirmed by an official invitation sent to members of the media and industry analysts, which features a new version of the Apple logo.
It reads: “We invite you to join us in person for a Special Apple Event at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. September 9, 2025.”
The Apple invitation is unique and includes the classic Apple logo with an intriguing twist – a color effect that looks like infrared.
Apple CEO Tim Cook posted on X: “Get ready for an amazing #AppleEvent on Tuesday, September 9th!” with a short animated clip.
Industry experts expect Apple to unveil the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, as well as a new addition to the lineup in the form of the iPhone Air.
The iPhone 17 Air, also called the “iPhone 17 Slim”, is expected to be a lighter and thinner option – rivaling Samsung’s recently launched Galaxy Edge.
The iPhone 17 Air is said to be 0.2 inches (5.5mm) thin, which would make it the thinnest iPhone ever.
Apple is also expected to introduce the Apple Watch Series 11 on September 9, with potential improvements in health monitoring and battery life. /GazetaExpress/