Korean Carrier May Have Leaked iPhone 17 Specs Ahead of Apple’s “Awe Dropping” Event

Korean Carrier May Have Leaked iPhone 17 Specs Ahead of Apple’s “Awe Dropping” Event

With Apple's big reveal right around the corner, excitement is reaching fever pitch. Now, it appears a South Korean carrier may have prematurely revealed key details about the iPhone 17 lineup—fueling fan speculation as September 9 approaches.

What the Leak Claims

A seemingly internal document, shared online by leaker @Jukanlosreve on X, includes comprehensive spec sheets for all four iPhone 17 models: the standard iPhone 17, the ultra-thin 17 Air, and the Pro variants (17 Pro and 17 Pro Max) AppleInsiderWccftech. Here’s a breakdown of the rumored specs:

Standard iPhone 17

• Display: 6.3-inch OLED panel

• Chipset & Memory: A19 chip with 8 GB RAM

• Cameras: Dual rear (48 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide), 24 MP front

• Battery: ~3,600 mAh

• Storage Tiers: 128 GB to 512 GB WccftechAndroid Headlines

iPhone 17 Air

• Ultra-slim design: just 5.5 mm thick and weighing ~145 g

• Display: 6.6-inch ProMotion (120 Hz), ~2740 × 1280 resolution

• Hardware: A19 chip with 8 GB RAM; first to include Apple’s C1 custom modem post-16e

• Cameras: Single 48 MP rear shooter; 24 MP front camera

• Battery: ~2,800 mAh WccftechAndroid Headlines

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max

• Displays: 6.3-inch (Pro) and 6.9-inch (Pro Max) OLED

• Performance: A19 Pro chip with 6-core GPU and 12 GB RAM

• Camera Upgrades: Triple rear cameras (48 MP), with 8× optical zoom and 8K video recording

• Cooling: New vapor chamber cooling system, a first for iPhones, to maintain performance under load

• Battery: ~3,700 mAh (Pro), ~5,000 mAh (Pro Max)

• Storage: Up to 1 TB WccftechNotebookcheck9to5MacTom's Guide

Additional Rumors

Supporting coverage across multiple outlets confirms:

• 8x camera zoom and vapor chamber cooling are mentioned prominently The Times of India9to5Mac.

• Foldable color options may include navy blue and orange alongside classic shades Notebookcheck.

Realist’s Take: Plausible or Premature?

Carriers typically don’t receive official details until very close to launch. That suggests the leaked document may have been assembled from circulating rumors rather than true insider intel AppleInsider9to5Mac. Indeed, many specs align with prior rumors:

• The Pro series receiving upgraded chips, more RAM, and storage, matches analyst expectations.

• The 8× zoom and 8K capture are big jumps, but may involve sensor cropping, as some commenters have noted Notebookcheck.

• Vapor cooling echoes Android flagship strategies and could support intensive tasks like ProRes video or gaming 9to5MacNotebookcheck.

• The ultra-thin “Air” variant and C1 modem align with reports of new form factors and custom hardware Wccftech.

What This Means for Buyers and Apple Watchers

TakeawayInsightSpec speculation intensifiesThe leak raises expectations through the roof, especially for Pro models.Caution advisedWithout confirmation from Apple, these details remain speculative rumor.Watch closely on Sept 9Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event will confirm or quash these details.

Whether the leaked sheet is accurate or merely inspired by rumors, it heightens anticipation for Apple’s upcoming event, and sets the stage for some jaw-dropping reveals. Expect big camera upgrades, bold design shifts, and advanced thermal performance across the lineup.

We’ll be covering every twist and turn during Apple's big reveal. Stay tuned for official specs next week!