Key takeaways:
The iPhone 17 could feature a redesigned camera bump, though it may not be as drastic a difference as the Pro models.
A higher refresh rate could be coming to the full lineup, potentially enabling the baseline iPhone to have an always-on display.
Prices remain uncertain with tariffs, but they'll likely go up, given it's been years since Apple raised the price of the iPhone.
The anticipated reveal of Apple's newest iPhone is just around the corner. For months now, rumors have been swirling about what the upcoming device, likely called the iPhone 17, could look like, from a redesigned camera module to fresh colors and a higher refresh rate. The phone is expected to debut in early September, although Apple hasn't confirmed anything yet. You can also check out our rumors on the iPhone 17 Pro and the thinner iPhone 17 Air.
Perhaps the biggest looming question is whether iPhones could get pricier, especially with tariffs. President Donald Trump has said Apple will have to pay a 25% tariff on iPhones made outside the US. This would almost certainly lead to a price hike for consumers. We'll have to wait to see how Apple responds and if shoppers really do end up shouldering that extra cost. But even without tariffs, the iPhone may be due for a markup, as it's been years since Apple raised prices on its handsets.
Here's everything analysts and leakers predict about the baseline iPhone 17.
See also: Thinking About Buying a New iPhone? Here's Why You Should Wait
Camera bump redesign
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