iPhone 17, the ‘thinnest iPhone ever,’ and everything else we’re expecting out of Apple’s hardware event

Apple is expected to hold its annual hardware event on September 9, unveiling the iPhone 17 lineup alongside updates to the Apple Watch and AirPods. The iPhone 17 series will include the standard iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max models, featuring notable upgrades such as a slightly larger 6.3-inch screen for the base model with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 24-megapixel front camera, and new color options like purple and green. The Pro models may see a redesign of the rear camera layout into a rectangular bar spanning the device’s width, with the Apple logo centered for aesthetic balance. The iPhone 17 Pro might switch from a titanium to an aluminum frame to reduce weight and cost, while the Pro Max is expected to have a thicker body to house a larger battery. Pricing rumors suggest the iPhone 17 at around $800, the Pro at $1,050, and the Pro Max at $1,250