Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro is making waves not only for its sleek design but also for what lies beneath the surface. A new teardown provides a closer look at the internal upgrades, showcasing some of the most significant changes Apple has introduced in recent years.
A YouTube channel has released a teardown of the iPhone 17 Pro[1], giving a detailed view of its internal components. Unlike recent U.S. models, this version still includes a SIM card tray, a feature many assumed Apple had already phased out.
The teardown highlights several notable changes. The rear camera lenses are visibly larger, signaling improvements in optics and low-light photography. Apple[2] has also integrated a vapor chamber cooling system, built to better manage heat during heavy use. Another major addition is the Apple-designed N1 chip, which supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread connectivity.
Battery performance has been another area of focus. By analyzing multiple teardowns alongside Apple’s EU energy labels, most battery capacities across the iPhone 17 lineup[3] are now confirmed. This includes both SIM and eSIM-only models of the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air.
In previous generations, from the iPhone 14[4] to the iPhone 16[5], Apple removed the SIM card tray in the U.S. and replaced it with a plastic filler. The iPhone 17 changes that approach. eSIM-only versions now use the extra space for larger batteries, offering improved endurance without altering the form factor.
Currently, Apple sells eSIM-only iPhone 17 models in markets including the U.S., Canada, Japan, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The strategy makes Apple’s global shift away from physical SIM cards clear.
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