As September draws near, the new iPhone season is almost upon us.

Apple’s yearly flagship unveiling is only weeks away, making it an ideal time to take a moment and recap what we know. As is customary, there have been plenty of leaks and speculations regarding the iPhone 17 release over the last year. Some are likely to be true, while others seem questionable. This is standard for these announcements.

Let’s get into it. Here’s everything we know, believe we know, and are uncertain about concerning the iPhone 17 up to this point.

Which iPhone 17 models are anticipated?

First, let’s specify which iPhones we expect in September:

• iPhone 17

• iPhone 17 Pro

• iPhone 17 Pro Max

• iPhone 17 Air

The standard iPhone 17 model is a certainty. All indications point to the iPhone 17 also featuring Pro and Pro Max versions, in line with previous Apple launches. A departure from this would be unexpected.

Nonetheless, this year could still surprise us. Leaks indicate an ultra-slim model, potentially called the iPhone 17 Air. The Air might take the place of the Plus model, offering a distinctive identity rather than just a larger version of the standard model.

The exact dimensions of the Air remain unclear, but leaks imply a thickness of between 5 and 6mm, making it Apple’s thinnest iPhone, rivaling the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, which measures 5.8mm.

Release date for iPhone 17

Apple has generally launched iPhones during the “second week of September.” This year, the week of Sept. 8 stands out, particularly Tuesday, Sept. 9. It’s likely Apple will opt for this date to make the announcement.

9to5Mac observes that Apple typically sets the official release date for the Friday after the launch.