The iPhone 17 series may represent a new fresh thinking from Apple about its design philosophy. AppleTrack has recently leaked renders of renders showing a central camera hump. It is a major departure from the iconic corner-aligned rear cameras that have defined recent iPhone designs.
iPhone 17 Air: Bold New Step
The iPhone 17 Air (or the Slim) is the star of this redesign among the iPhone 17 models. Earlier rumors had also said the Air model would have a single rear camera similar to the iPhone SE or iPhone 8. New renders show a dual camera setup that is held horizontally and placed centrally on the back.

This layout breaks with the previous models in a vertical sense to give the Air a distinct identity. This bold move has some people talking. On one end, the new design brings forth a new perspective, while on the other it reminds us of the Nothing Phone (2a).
However, other iPhone 17 models could come with a more discontinuous camera setup, setting the iPhone 17 apart from the other models in the lineup.
Pro Models and Zoom Innovations
The new iPhones offer cutting-edge innovations, while the iPhone 17 Air ships with a design-centered focus. Long-range photography, a fierce rivalry, will be the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s 48MP periscope telephoto lens. It fits in with Apple’s strategy of making its camera as good as possible against the rest of the Android flagships.
Challenges with the Slim Ambition
At first, the Air was supposed to be an ultra-slim iPhone, relying on a high-density battery to reduce thickness and weight. However, according to leaks from AppleTrack, Apple has struggled to implement this technology. Therefore, it is possible that the iPhone 17 Air will not be as thin as its intended goal.
However, those setbacks have not stopped the Air from being a maker device that blends familiar elements and bold role change.
Pricing and Expectations
The iPhone 17 Air is expected to launch in the twofold range of $1,299 to $1,499, as always putting the device on the premium edge. Its unique design and pricing could polarize its potential buyers. Meanwhile, the standard and Pro models advance Apple’s formula of marrying powerful features to familiar designs.

A Launch to Watch
The iPhone 17 series could prove to be a big one for Apple as anticipation builds. Unlike the iPhone 17, the iPhone 17 Air leak illustrates Apple’s balance perfectly; combining nostalgia with cutting-edge innovation. It will be interesting to see whether users resonate with this redesign. One thing is certain: the iPhone 17 series is about ready to make waves in the world of smartphones.