Apple iPhone 17: Dynamic Island Design and Anticipated Changes
The Continuity of the Dynamic Island
Contrary to earlier speculations, the iPhone lineup expected in 2025 will retain the current dimensions of the Dynamic Island. The pill-shaped cutout design introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro model in 2022 will not experience a reduction in size.
No Design Alterations on This Year’s Model
In early 2023, there were whispers that Apple might implement under-display technology for Face ID, which would effectively shrink the size of the Dynamic Island by next year. However, this anticipated change did not materialize with the release of the iPhone 16 Pro.
According to Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, this transition has faced delays due to sensor challenges and is now pushed back further—potentially affecting models released in or after 2025.
Ming-Chi Kuo from TF International recently noted on X that Apple’s newest smartphone series is likely to keep its current Dynamic Island proportions intact. While it may feature slightly thinner bezels, a major redesign seems off the table at this time.
A Steady Design Approach
Kuo mentions that “I expect little change regarding the size of Dynamic Island across Apple’s later half-of-2025 offerings,” indicating stability rather than bold innovation for this element.
Enhanced Display Technology on iPhone 17?
The upcoming iPhone could integrate advanced protective glass developed by Corning featuring an enhanced anti-reflective coating along with improved resistance to scratches and impacts; however, these improvements won’t substantially alter its frontal appearance.
Potential Updates for Rear Aesthetics
While front-facing elements may stay consistent, significant enhancements are predicted for the rear design. Reports suggest a shift towards a new “part-aluminum and part-glass” aesthetic that echoes designs from Google’s Pixel smartphones. There are also suggestions that Apple might abandon its titanium casing preference in favor of aluminum materials instead.
