Apple iPhone 17 Pro new leak reveals 8x optical camera zoom, vapor cooling system, and more specs

A leaked South Korean carrier document has revealed major specifications for Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 lineup just days before the official announcement, revealing significant camera upgrades and enhanced cooling technology for the Pro models.The most notable enhancement comes in the form of an 8x optical telephoto lens for both

iPhone 17 Pro

and Pro Max models, marking a substantial jump from the current 5x zoom capability in iPhone 16 Pro devices. Both Pro variants will feature triple 48MP rear camera systems with support for 8K video recording, representing the first time Apple has equipped both Pro models with identical advanced telephoto capabilities.

Pro models may get performance boost with advanced cooling

The leaked specifications indicate that iPhone 17 Pro models will incorporate vapor chamber cooling systems, a technology already present in high-end Android devices. This cooling upgrade, combined with new aluminium unibody chassis design, will allow the

A19 Pro chip

to maintain peak performance for extended periods during intensive tasks like gaming and ProRes video recording.

Memory configurations show the Pro models receiving 12GB of RAM paired with the A19 Pro processor, while standard iPhone 17 and the new

iPhone 17 Air

will feature 8GB of RAM with the A19 chip. Battery capacities reveal significant improvements across the lineup, with the Pro Max jumping to 5,000mAh from the current 4,676mAh.Display sizes remain largely unchanged, with Pro models maintaining 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screens, while the iPhone 17 Air will feature a 6.6-inch display. All models are expected to include 24MP front-facing cameras, representing an upgrade from current specifications.The document, first shared by Korean analyst Jukan, suggests pricing will remain competitive with the iPhone 17 starting at $799 and the Pro Max at $1,250. However, industry experts caution that carrier documents are sometimes based on rumour compilations rather than official briefings, making complete accuracy uncertain until Apple's official announcement.