Last minute iPhone 17 leak before launch: Huge battery, 8K video recording

(Dan Tri) - In the bustling atmosphere of the global technology community with just over 24 hours left until Apple's fall event, a leak about the iPhone 17 is attracting attention.

Leaked iPhone 17 Pro Max model (Photo: Manji Bu).

According to the prestigious French technology site 01NET, the source is said to come from internal documents of a major network operator in Korea that revealed the full specifications of the iPhone 17 series.

These data not only paint a picture of the new product, but also reveal a bold product differentiation strategy that Apple is preparing to deploy.

Leaks that appear right before the launch are usually highly reliable. If accurate this time, the iPhone 17 will become an important milestone, when the gap between the standard version and the Pro is wider than ever.

Revolution in battery life

Battery life worries seem to be a thing of the past, at least with the high-end version of the iPhone 17.

For the first time, Apple is said to equip the iPhone 17 Pro Max with a 5,000 mAh battery - an unprecedented capacity, promising to extend outstanding usage time and turn the device into a "durable machine" for the most demanding customer group.

This breakthrough is said to come from the decision to completely remove the physical SIM tray, switching to eSIM on a large scale. The freed space allowed the engineering team to redesign and integrate larger batteries.

According to leaks, the iPhone 17 Pro will also increase the battery capacity to 3,700 mAh, while the standard version reaches 3,600 mAh. In contrast, the iPhone 17 Air only stops at 2,900 mAh, clearly reflecting the product's positioning.

This will be an ultra-thin and light device, sacrificing battery life for a sleek design, aimed at users who value mobility and aesthetics over durability.

Power Up

The difference between the iPhone 17 versions is even more evident in processing power. The iPhone 17 and 17 Air are said to use the A19 chip and 8GB of RAM - still powerful enough for common needs. Meanwhile, the Pro duo reaches another level.

The iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are equipped with the A19 Pro chip and 12GB of RAM, making them real “performance machines”. The large RAM capacity not only helps multitask smoothly but also creates a foundation for professional tasks such as 8K video editing or heavy graphics processing.

In particular, the appearance of the vapor chamber cooling system is the answer to previous temperature concerns, helping to maintain stable performance for a long time - a big advantage for gamers and content creators.

Photography is also a highlight. The Pro duo has three rear cameras, all of which have a resolution of 48MP. This synchronization ensures consistent color and detail at all focal lengths.

Notably, the upgraded telephoto lens supports 8x optical zoom, and for the first time, the iPhone can shoot 8K quality video – a step forward that turns the Pro into a professional filmmaking tool.

In contrast, the remaining versions are significantly cut: the standard iPhone 17 only has a dual camera cluster (48MP main + 12MP secondary), while the iPhone 17 Air is simplified to the maximum with a single 48MP camera.

In terms of screen, Apple still keeps the familiar size range: 6.3 inches (17/17 Pro), 6.6 inches (17 Air) and 6.9 inches (17 Pro Max), showing satisfaction with the current design. With the ability to record 8K video, storage capacity becomes a key issue.

Therefore, Apple has removed the 128GB version on the iPhone 17 Pro Max, starting at 256GB to give users enough storage space.

Overall, the picture from this series of leaks is clear: Apple is actively widening the gap between the lines. The iPhone 17 and 17 Air are aimed at the majority, while the iPhone 17 Pro and especially the Pro Max become the uncompromising choice for the professional group, willing to pay for the most advanced technology.

If this information is confirmed, the iPhone 17 could become the generation that marks Apple's biggest strategic turning point ever.

All secrets will be revealed at the launch event at 10am on September 9th, local time (ie 0am on September 10th, Vietnam time). Dan Tri newspaper will report live on this event.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/cong-nghe/ro-ri-phut-chot-iphone-17-truoc-them-ra-mat-pin-khung-quay-video-8k-20250908170219987.htm