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Less than a month before Apple’s September 2025 launch, internal images of the iPhone 17 Pro have leaked. These images confirm previously rumored design changes rather than surprising us. To understand these leaks better, read about what sets them apart and why they matter. Additionally, learn how the iPhone 17 Pro Max stands out from other models in the lineup.
### Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max Internals Reveal Engineering Changes, Highlighting Thermal Improvements and Camera Upgrades Ahead of Its September 2025 Debut
As shown in the image below, shared by leaker yuex1122, unlike earlier Pro Max models that used black foil, the iPhone 17 Pro Max will adopt a metal-covered battery design. This was first introduced with last year’s iPhone 16 Pro. Apple likely chose this change to improve thermal management and heat dissipation, as the larger iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to handle more demanding optics.
Another interesting detail in the leaked image is the presence of two different battery shapes: one L-shaped for models with a physical SIM tray, and another more rectangular shape for eSIM-only versions. This suggests that Apple is customizing internal layouts based on market needs, indicating how the company caters to multiple regions directly baked into the hardware.
The camera bump on the iPhone 17 Pro Max is significantly larger, housing a rumored 48MP telephoto upgrade with a moving lens. This will enable 5x to 8x optical zoom. For more details, refer to our dedicated post.
When considering all these aspects together, it’s clear that Apple is not just making the iPhone 17 Pro Max faster or flashier but rethinking its internal design to support power, heat, and space demands of new hardware. The device may look like another iterative release on the outside, but under the hood, it is being carefully reshaped to deliver more power and versatility without compromising reliability.
Apple will announce the entire lineup on September 9, so stay tuned for detailed coverage of each aspect of the device.
