Info on the soon-to-come iPhone 17 line has come out, said to be from the iOS 26 beta 2 code. It hints at a new screen size for the iPhone 17 Air and a possible new cooling system for the iPhone 17 Pro.
iPhone 17 Air
Macworld found code from iOS 26 beta 2 showing a clownfish wall picture at a size of 1260 x 2736 pixels. This size isn't like any now out iPhone, so it might be for the new iPhone 17 Air. Apple may swap the "Plus" model for a skinnier "Air" style in this line.
This screen data fits what TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said before. He noted the iPhone 17 Air might have a 6.6-inch screen at the same size.
The iPhone 17 Air is thought to be the thinnest iPhone yet, maybe just 5.5mm. But, this thin build could have a smaller 2,800mAh battery. Apple may think about a different battery add-on for more screen time.
iPhone 17 Pro
The new iPhone 17 Pro might get a top upgrade in keeping cool a vapor chamber system. This is to drop heat when running big games or other tough stuff.
Tipster Majin Bu shared a picture of this vapor chamber setup. This would be Apple's top cool setup in an iPhone if it happens. Some top Android phones, like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, already have this.
How Vapor Chamber Cool Works
This system works by turning the liquid in a metal box into vapor as the phone heats up. This spreads the heat, then the vapor turns back into liquid and the round keeps going. This helps keep the phone cool under stress.
Getting this right could bring a few good things:
- Sure Performance Stops the phone from getting too hot, so the A19 Pro chip can work well for a longer.
- Good Game Time Gives a smooth run for big games.
- Longer Battery Life Less heat helps the battery last longer and work better.
- Safe Inside Keeps the parts inside safe from heat harm.
While Apple's chips are good at using less power, tough tasks can make phones hot. A cool system like this would help a lot.
As the time to see the new iPhone 17 line gets near, more facts will come out.
