Next-gen iPhone 17 Pro expected to feature 256 GB base storage

The tech world is abuzz with rumours about the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro, with leaker "Instant Digital" claiming that the device's base price in Germany might increase. The leaker made this announcement on the Chinese social media platform Weibo.

According to the leaked information, the iPhone 17 Pro is expected to start at approximately 1,299 euros in Germany, with 256 GB of storage as the standard configuration. This is a significant jump from the current iPhone 16 models, which start at 128 GB, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which currently starts at 256 GB.

Interestingly, the iPhone 17 Pro's starting storage is the same as the current iPhone 16 Pro Max, suggesting that Apple might be aiming to offer a more premium experience from the get-go. However, the leaker did not provide any information about the storage options for other iPhone 17 models in Germany.

The potential price increase could be due to the new features and design changes that the iPhone 17 Pro is rumoured to bring. Apple is facing tariffs imposed by the US government on certain imports from China and other countries, which could contribute to the increased cost.

It's worth noting that the leaker did not provide any information about the release date of the iPhone 17 Pro in Germany. Additionally, no specific price for the iPhone 17 Pro has been revealed, and the leaker did not mention the base prices for other iPhone 17 models.

For those who are currently using the iPhone 16e, the good news is that its base price in Germany remains at €699. The base price for the iPhone 16 is €949, while the iPhone 16 Pro is priced at €1,199 in Germany.

As always, these are just rumours and should be taken with a grain of salt until Apple officially announces the iPhone 17 lineup. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to monitor the situation.