Here’s Why Apple Might Reduce the iPhone 17 Plus Model’s Screen Size in 2019

Though it may seem premature to discuss the iPhone 17, rumors about its expected features and specifications are already rampant. Even though the iPhone 16 won’t be available for some months, its replacement is already receiving attention.

The iPhone 17 Pro has been the subject of many rumors in the past, some of which claimed it will include a 2nm CPU, always-on features, and high refresh rate panels. There are already rumors going around about the iPhone 17 Plus that suggest the 2025 iPhone model may have a smaller screen.

The iPhone 17 Plus seems to buck the trend of ever-larger screens; according to rumors, it will debut in late 2024, after the introduction of the iPhone 16 series. In the past, Apple has remained consistent by matching the Plus models’ display dimensions to those of the more costly Pro Max versions. For example, the displays on the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 15 Plus were both 6.7 inches in size, which was the same as the screens on their corresponding Pro Max models.

It has been reported that Apple may be trying to make its models easier to identify from one another by changing the screen sizes of the models in its range. This tactic could satisfy various user preferences, especially for those looking for a mid-sized gadget that strikes a balance between comfort and usefulness. Apple might sell the iPhone 17 Plus at a more competitive price point, further appealing to its target demographic, by perhaps decreasing manufacturing costs with a smaller display.

Customers looking for quality services without going over budget could be drawn to this option if the rumors are accurate. Furthermore, those who find bigger phones unwieldy could find a somewhat smaller phone more enticing. This change could improve the phone’s ergonomics and appeal to a certain user base that values portability and simplicity of use above screen size.

Referring to earlier rumors surrounding the iPhone 17 series, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), Apple’s primary chip supplier, reportedly claimed that it would start manufacturing 2nm CPUs by the end of this year, according to DigiTimes. Furthermore, it is projected that the processors will be produced on a big scale by 2025. Reportedly, the iPhone 17 Pro is one of the first few smartphones to employ these CPUs. This information appeared after TSMC’s announcement.