Reports claim iPhone 17 Pro Max might feature a smaller dynamic island, future iPhones models to boast LTPO3 displays
Though the iPhone 16 series is only over a month old, rumors surrounding future iPhone models are already making waves on the interwebs A recent report discovered by MacRumors reiterates a previous rumor, which states that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will arrive with a smaller dynamic island.
According to MacRumors, the publication recently obtained a research note shared with Haiton International by the prominent analyst Jeff Pu which claimed that the iPhone 17 series will take advantage of a 'metalens' for its FaceID hardware, allowing for a substantially 'narrowed' Dynamic Island.
But what exactly is a metalens? It is a technology that utilizes nanostructures to focus light, replacing traditional glass lenses. As MacRumors notes, Jeff Pu does not explain how Apple plans on using this technology. Sadly, however, this upgrade appears to be limited to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, leaving its smaller siblings in the dust.
Moreover, a recent report by The Elec hinted at the possibility of Apple adopting the Watch Series 10's LTPO3 display technology for future iPhone variants as well, resulting in much-improved viewing angles as well as display efficiency at lower refresh rates. LTPO2 utilizes oxide for two switching TFTs, while LTPO3 takes it a step further by incorporating oxide into the driving TFT as well.
As per Apple's claims, the Watch Series 10 is 40% brighter when viewed off-angle compared to its predecessor, which had an LTPO2 display. Should this technology make its way into future iPhones, it could further enhance both battery life and display performance, especially with viewing angles. That said, The Elec notes that the iPhone 17 lineup will stick with LTPO2 displays across the lineup, although iPhones further into the future are more than likely to benefit from LTPO3.
