The iPhone 17 is said to bring a major display upgrade, which the iPhone 16 series doesn’t have. A known tipster claims that Apple is planning to introduce its high-refresh-rate ProMotion technology to the standard model of the iPhone 17, a first for the base variant of the flagship lineup. This news will likely bring relief to users who have avoided the standard model due to the lack of high refresh rate support.

According to a report by Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo, supply chain material has confirmed that the upcoming iPhone 17 will feature a high refresh rate display. Although the exact refresh rate has not been mentioned, it is widely speculated that Apple will include the 120Hz UpPro feature, which has been limited to Pro models so far.

The move would be a big leap from the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models, which use LTPS (low-temperature polycrystalline silicon) panels capped at 60Hz. For the iPhone 17, Apple is expected to switch to more advanced LTPO (low-temperature polycrystalline oxide) panels, enabling dynamic refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz. This technology is not only more power-efficient, but also allows features like Always-On Display, which brings the time, widgets, and notifications always visible – currently only available on the Pro model.

With a higher refresh rate, users can expect smoother scrolling, faster animations, and an overall better experience when using the phone for tasks like gaming or video streaming. This upgrade could make the standard iPhone 17 a more attractive option for those who don’t want to pay a premium for the Pro model but still want top-end features.

The potential inclusion of ProMotion technology would mark a major change in Apple’s strategy, as it has been one of the key differences between the standard and Pro variants in recent years. By bringing this feature to the base model, Apple could make the iPhone 17 more competitive in the market, especially considering that many Android phones in the same price range already offer higher refresh rates.

Apple hasn’t officially confirmed any details regarding the iPhone 17 series, but if this rumor proves true, it could be one of the biggest upgrades to the standard iPhone lineup in years. Along with this display upgrade, the iPhone 17 is likely to come with other new features and performance improvements. You can stay connected to India Today Tech for all the details.