Recently, we uncovered intriguing details about three potential iPhone 17 Pro camera features. Today, a test unit may have been spotted in the wild, possibly revealing our first glimpse at one of these rumored enhancements. Initially, I was skeptical about the anonymous tipster from MacRumors, who claimed that the iPhone 17 Pro would introduce three innovative hardware and software camera features that hadn’t been previously leaked or speculated. However, after further analysis, I find myself increasingly convinced of the legitimacy of this tip, despite my general skepticism.
One of the most compelling aspects of the latest leak is the mention of a rumored second Camera Control feature. This aligns closely with the information shared yesterday regarding the production of an iPhone 17 Pro advertisement. The ad showcased, among other features, a second type of Camera Control positioned near the device’s top edge. If this leak holds true, it could signify a significant shift in how users interact with the camera on the iPhone 17 Pro.
If the alleged second Camera Control is indeed a capacitive touch scroll surface, the design makes practical sense. Users could easily operate the iPhone in landscape mode, with the primary Camera Control situated conveniently under their right index finger, while this new addition would rest under their left index finger. But the question remains: why would Apple implement such a feature?
One possible explanation is that Apple has taken user feedback into account. Many users have expressed that the current swipe surface features complicate the existing Camera Control button. By relocating these functions to a separate hardware component, Apple could simplify the user experience. Another theory suggests that the left button could be dedicated solely to zooming, eliminating the need to switch modes using the right button. However, there remains a possibility that this leak is unfounded. Only time will tell.
We anticipate more clarity on these features in the coming weeks, as Apple typically unveils new iPhones in early September. As the launch date approaches, the excitement builds around the potential enhancements to the iPhone 17 Pro camera. Are these rumors genuine, or are they merely the result of speculation and creative minds seeking attention? We’ll soon discover whether this leaked information provides an accurate glimpse of new hardware features set to be announced in September.
