The iPhone 17 generation could gain ProMotion support across the entire range, an analyst believes, though the future Pro models are not expected to get under-display Face ID.
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Long before the iPhone 16 hit retailer shelves, the rumor mill started to discuss the iPhone 17 generation. In X posts from one analyst, the next range's screens could offer a few more benefits to consumers.
A Thursday conversation between serial leaker Ice Universe and Display Supply Chain Consultants CEO Ross Young talked about the screen of the iPhone 17 range and their potential features.
Young offered in a series of replies that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim will still have LTPO and 120Hz displays. This is certainly a reference to ProMotion, the adaptive refresh rate used by Pro models.
The mention of LTPO as well as the refresh rate may also indicate the addition of an always-on display.
Young does have a fairly good track record when it comes to display-related supply chain stories and features. His comments also echo earlier rumors about the models.
This includes claims about an always-on display made by Young in April, as well as Ice Universe's leak from July about ProMotion support.
Face ID confusion
Following the initial publication of this story, Young claimed there was a mistake in communication when it came to one feature.
Young offered in a series of replies that under-display Face ID wouldn't be on the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Slim, but would be in the Pro models. The technology would effectively make the camera invisible to users when not in use, hiding the camera and eliminating any punch-hole gaps in the screen.
In the same thread, Young added that under-display Face ID wouldn't be on the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Slim, but would be in the Pro models. The technology would effectively make the camera invisible to users when not in use, hiding the camera and eliminating any punch-hole gaps in the screen.
However, Young has since clarified his statement was to the wrong statement since he wasn't following the thread. The confusion was caused by Young responding positively to a post but placing it on another thread discussing under display Face ID and if it was on the iPhone 17 Pro.
Young categorically states he was trying to answer a question about LTPO, "not about under panel Face ID."
He also offers advice to himself: "Guess I should always read the thread before answering my notifications..."
Despite the confusion, the rumor mill has previously claimed that under-screen Face ID was on the way, but not until 2028 at the earliest.
Updated 3:46 Eastern: Clarification of Young's reply confusion.