USA: Apple prepares iPhone 17 Pro with 8x zoom and new camera app

Apple, according to the leak, is preparing to introduce new functionality in the future flagship model of the iPhone 17 Pro. Developers ' attention is focused on shooting systems — a key competitive advantage of high-end smartphones.

According to information from a source who watched the filming of a promotional video conducted by a studio that previously collaborated with Apple, the new iPhone 17 Pro will receive a telephoto lens with 8x continuous optical zoom. This will be a major step forward compared to the 5x zoom implemented in the iPhone 16 Pro. The claimed technology assumes a variable focal length, which was not previously available in iOS devices.

In addition to optics, we are preparing to introduce professional software for shooting — a specialized application from Apple itself, which will be aimed at competing with the well-known products Halide, Kino and Filmic Pro. At the current stage, it is not known whether it will be exclusive to the iPhone 17 Pro line or will be distributed to a wider audience of users.

Another feature will be an additional physical camera control button located on the top edge of the device. This detail will complement the existing side button offered in the previous generation models. It is expected that the innovation will improve ergonomics and simplify quick access to the camera, especially in professional use scenarios.

It is expected that the presented software will be either a separate new product, or a significant update to Final Cut Camera-the mobile version of Apple's video editor. In both cases, the company demonstrates its commitment to integrating advanced video production tools into the user ecosystem.

Given the general vector of mobile technology development and the increasing importance of content creation, updates to the iPhone 17 Pro indicate Apple's strategic focus on a professional audience and the cinematic quality of mobile shooting.