iPhone 17 Pro Max: A recently leaked video has caused a stir amongst iPhone enthusiasts, depicting what is claimed to be the iPhone 17 Pro Max with a significantly changed design. Apple hasn’t said a word as of yet, but the video gives us an idea of what may be in store from the company’s next flagship device — and it may be a drastic departure from its predecessors.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Thickness and Size
According to the leaked video posted by tipster Majin Bu, the iPhone 17 Pro Max might have increased in dimensions and thickness. The phone is said to be approximately 8.725mm thick, in comparison to the present iPhone 16 Pro Max that measures 8.25mm. Although the change would be slight on paper, it indicates a possible adjustment in Apple’s priorities — perhaps prioritizing battery life and performance over being super-thin.
Camera Island Still the Same
One thing that seems to stay the same is the now-legendary triple-camera island design, even with the new size. The video reveals the familiar three-camera rings, showing Apple sticking with its tried-and-tested rear camera configuration. This design, while recognizable, continues to provide the Pro Max range with its distinctive visual identity, setting it apart from lesser models and competing premium devices.
Rumoured Battery and Cooling Improvements
One of the primary causes for the thicker build could be the support of a bigger battery. It’s rumored that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will support a more extensive battery compared to the previous version, the best battery life in the entire iPhone 17 series. Rumors also speak of a vapour chamber cooling system, which Apple is long overdue to bring out. If it’s true, this feature would contribute to better heat management, particularly in gaming or heavy-duty applications.
iQOO 13 Sets a Benchmark
While Apple may be increasing the thickness of its phone for better battery and cooling, rivals like iQOO are managing to do more in less space. The iQOO 13, for example, features a 7K VC cooling system and a 6,000mAh silicon carbon battery, all in a device that is only 8.1mm thick. This raises questions about how much engineering flexibility Apple is using — and whether it plans to adopt similar advanced battery technologies.
iPhone 17 Air and Silicon Carbon Battery Technology
The other future device, iPhone 17 Air, is rumored to be only 5.5mm thick and may feature a 2,800mAh silicon carbon battery. The type of battery technology may be Apple’s solution to keeping devices thin while providing decent longevity. If the entire iPhone 17 line moves towards silicon carbon batteries, particularly the Pro Max with its greater size, it might result in ridiculously long-lasting iPhones.
Launch Still Months Away
With the iPhone 17 series releasing in three to four months, all of these are still speculations. However, the leaked video is consistent with previous rumors, and it presents a vision of a device that is centered on functionality — offering better performance, longer battery life, and more effective thermal management — even if it does make the phone a bit thicker.