Apple fans could see a major shift in iPhone lineup in the coming years. If the whispers are to be believed then Apple in a bold move is planning to drop Plus model from its iPhone series leaving the upcoming iPhone 16 Plus a final instalment in the Plus series.
Well-known Apple analysts have suggested that the tech giant is mulling over discontinuation of the larger standard iPhone model in exchange of a new, ultra-thin premium device seemingly named the iPhone 17 Slim. This could be Apple’s slimmest phone yet with several other key changes inside making it the most premium offering in the series.
The potential axing of the iPhone Plus comes just two years after Apple revived the larger-screen option with the iPhone 12 lineup. The Plus model has garnered its own share of fan following among users who want a balance between display size and budget.
The rumours swirling around suggest that Apple may be looking at a different strategy here. If these reports are to be believed, the iPhone 16 Plus would step down from the series leaving the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max as the primary options for consumers in the upcoming iPhone series.
Apple has yet to officially confirm or deny these rumours, leaving fans and industry experts speculating about the reasons behind this potential shift or if it’s even happening. Some analysts suggest that the Plus model might not be generating sufficient sales to justify its continued production, while others believe that Apple is focusing on elevating its Pro models with more advanced features.
