As iPhone Plus sales have been declining in recent years, Apple is reportedly looking to replace this lineup with something more exciting: the rumored iPhone 17 Slim. According to DigiTimes, this new model may even come at a higher price point than the Pro Max series.
Recent information indicates that the iPhone 17 Slim could feature a novel OLED display technology that allows for an extremely thin design. A lesser-known Taiwanese company, Novatek, has introduced a TDDI OLED panel, which integrates the touch sensor layer and the display driver into a single unit. This technology, which stands for Touch and Display Driver Integration, may not seem groundbreaking at first glance, but it could significantly reduce smartphone thickness by shaving off a few millimeters.
DigiTimes suggests that Apple might consider Novatek as a potential supplier for OLED panels for the iPhone 17 Slim, though there has been no official confirmation of this partnership. The outlet speculates that Apple may test this technology on other devices, such as Apple Watches or iPads, before incorporating it into the iPhone lineup.
However, it’s important to note that these rumors are still in the early stages, and the final product may differ significantly from the current speculation. For instance, a leak from July suggested the iPhone 17 Slim could have only one camera on its back, which seems unlikely given the anticipated price point.