The latest rumors surrounding the iPhone 17 Pro have sparked a debate on whether Apple will continue using titanium or switch back to aluminum for its frame. A recent claim from a Weibo leaker, “Instant Digital,” suggests that the iPhone 17 Pro models will indeed retain the titanium chassis. This contradicts earlier reports, including from well-known sources like The Information, which claimed that the iPhone 17 Pro could be the first high-end iPhone to feature an aluminum frame since the iPhone 6.

The leaker, Instant Digital, argues that Apple would have difficulty marketing the iPhone 17 Pro with an aluminum frame, citing how the tech giant has consistently emphasized premium materials, such as stainless steel and titanium, for the Pro models. The reasoning is that shifting to aluminum would undermine Apple’s branding of the iPhone Pro as a high-end product. However, this assertion appears to be based more on speculation and marketing logic rather than concrete information.

It’s important to note that leakers like Instant Digital have mixed track records. While they have accurately predicted some features in the past, such as the yellow iPhone 14 and some aspects of the Apple Watch, they have also been wrong about other details. Therefore, their claims should be taken with caution, particularly since they do not provide any supply chain evidence to support their argument.

Despite the uncertainty, some observers speculate that Apple might opt for a hybrid approach, using a mix of aluminum and titanium in the iPhone 17 Pro, similar to the blend seen in previous models like the iPhone 15 Pro. The outer frame could be made of titanium for durability and weight savings, while the internal structure could feature aluminum to cut costs.

Ultimately, the iPhone 17 Pro’s material choice will likely be influenced by a combination of Apple’s marketing strategy and cost considerations. Given the uncertainty in the rumors, we may have to wait for more concrete leaks or an official reveal from Apple to know for sure which materials will define the next-generation flagship iPhone.

(via Weibo)

Categorized in:

iPhoneNews