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Leaked roadmap reveals new iPhone 17 design and first foldable devices

Posted on by darion

Following Apple’s earnings report on Thursday, Haitong Securities analyst Jeff Pu believes Apple will continue to perform well. He has high hopes for the company’s 2025 cycle with a redesigned iPhone 17 and a new iPhone 17 Slim model. Further, he expects the first foldable devices to be released in 2026.

According to the analyst, the iPhone 17 could kick off a strong cycle due to Apple Intelligence features, new design, more memory, and demand for newer iPhone models as buyers from 2021 to 2023 consider upgrading their old phones to newer ones.

This is the first time we’ve heard that Apple might change the design of the iPhone 17. The company doesn’t expect to change the Dynamic Island design, and under-display Face ID technology isn’t expected until the iPhone 18 Pro. Apparently, the entry-level iPhone 17 will feature an Always-On Display and ProMotion.

The analyst also believes that the rumored iPhone 17 Slim could boost sales as Apple shifts its strategy from the Plus versions to a more expensive iPhone. So far, rumors indicate that the so-called iPhone 17 Slim will cost around $1,299, making it the most expensive iPhone to date. In addition to its ultra-slim form factor, it would feature the A19 chip, 8GB of RAM, and dual main cameras. This would make it underpowered and overpriced compared to the iPhone 17 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5Photo credit: José Adorno for BGR

Finally, Jeff Pu says Apple will focus on introducing new foldable devices through 2026. While the foldable iPad was expected in late 2025, the analyst believes Cupertino will introduce both foldable iPad models and a foldable iPhone in the second half of 2026. Concerns about the durability of the display have delayed Apple’s plans.

For the foldable iPad, we’re expecting a 20.3-inch display when unfolded. The iPhone Fold has been rumored to have a design similar to the Samsung Z Flip. Previous reports have said Apple wants to remove the curve in the display when folded to make it more appealing to consumers.

You can learn more about the iPhone 17 below.