Upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Features a Hardy, Reflective Window-like Screen for Enhanced Durability
The tech world is abuzz with rumours about the upcoming iPhone 17 series, and one of the most exciting developments is the potential inclusion of a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective display in the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models.
According to reports from MacRumors, this new display technology is a significant upgrade for the iPhone series. While the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air are not expected to feature this technology, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max could potentially match the robust display technology of Samsung's latest smartphones, thanks to the optimized display coating process.
The new display technology is said to be more scratch-resistant than the current Ceramic Shield, which is used in current iPhone models. However, the manufacturer of this new display has not been explicitly mentioned in the available sources. What is known is that the displays for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will feature Ceramic Shield 2 technology, an Apple-developed material applied to the front and back of these devices for enhanced scratch resistance and reduced glare.
The scaling of the display coating process for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max was initially challenging at the beginning of the year. But, Apple's suppliers have achieved a sufficient yield in producing anti-reflective glass to support mass production.
Rumours about an anti-reflective display layer for the iPhone 17 series first surfaced in 2024. If the optimized display coating process is successfully implemented, the iPhone 17 Pro models could potentially reduce reflections by up to 75%, similar to Samsung's latest smartphones that incorporate Gorilla Glass Armor, a display technology that improves contrast in bright light conditions.
However, it's important to note that the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are not currently confirmed to feature Gorilla Glass Armor. Additionally, the iPhone 17 series is not mentioned to have a display technology that improves contrast in bright light conditions.
Current iPhone models, not specifically the 17 series, also feature a fingerprint-resistant, oleophobic coating. This new display technology will be incorporated into the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, making them more resistant to fingerprints and smudges.
As always, these rumours should be taken with a grain of salt until Apple officially announces the features of the iPhone 17 series. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the launch date.
