Earlier this month, we saw a report from Jeff Poo in which he predicted that the iPhone 16 lineup would be the last Plus model. . Now, a new report from The Information detailing what the high-end iPhone 17 will look like confirms that the iPhone 16 Plus will be the last of its kind.
Plus size for iPhone debuted in 2022 with the iPhone 14 lineup as an option for customers who wanted a larger display without having to upgrade to the high-end Pro model.
This continued with the iPhone 15. Plus, and Apple , is expected to launch iPhone 16 Plus along with its smartphones in 2024. However, we have another report that the 16 Plus will be the last year for the more affordable and larger model.
If this is true, the Plus version will last three years, just one more. iPhone mini.
A new report from The Information says the Plus replacement will be “significantly thinner” than current iPhones with other upgrades such as a redesigned camera system, and will be more expensive than the Pro Max.
- Report: Ultra-thin iPhone coming in 2025 in new high-end form factor
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The problem with the iPhone Plus is that it's too expensive. $899 is a lot of money for a phone that isn't a flagship. Reduce it to $499-$549 and make it more similar to the SE and it will have a lot more buyers.
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Jeff Pu described the new 2025 iPhone variant as the “iPhone 17 Slim” but not provided the same details as The Information that it is a high-end 2026 model.
The main reason Apple dropped the iPhone Plus in 2025 is the model's “below expectations” sales. The Information reports. anonymous sources.
What do you think? Sad to see the iPhone Plus go? Or do you prefer other models or are you looking forward to the new ultra-thin iPhone in 2026? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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