iPhone 17 Pro Set to Dazzle with New Gold Hue

Whispers of an ‘Earthy’ Gold Finish Emerge for Apple’s Next Flagship

Leaked details suggest the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro will feature an expanded color palette, with a brand-new golden shade making its debut. This potential addition could mark a significant shift for Apple’s premium device offerings.

New Colors Hinted by Tech Insider

Industry insider Sonny Dickson, known for his accurate Apple predictions, has indicated that the iPhone 17 Pro will launch in five distinct colors. A notable revelation is the possibility of a golden variant, a color not previously seen in this specific iPhone model. Dickson also suggests the camera housing will now seamlessly match the phone’s body color, deviating from past design choices.

“iPhone 17 lens protection cover will match the phone color. The orange one for the Pro Max might hint at a new shade, possibly dark gold or copper.”

—Sonny Dickson

Conflicting Reports on ‘Papaya’ Shade

However, reports from Macworld, a publication specializing in Apple devices, offer a slightly different perspective. Their analysis of internal company notes points towards a vibrant “Papaya” shade, described as “TCX Papaya,” for one of the new colors. This interpretation is based on specific Pantone color codes reportedly used by Apple.

Another X platform user visualized these codes, sharing potential color swatches that align with the “Papaya” description.

“Acc to @9to5mac These are the color codes that are expected to resemble the upcoming iPhone 17 models.👇🏻😍 17Pro Blue – 194025 Mood Indigo💙 17Pro Papaya- 151243 Papaya 🧡 17Air Light Gold – 110604 Gardenia💛. I ve attached the colour samples for these 3 along with other Color… pic.twitter.com/hK7slnn3uH

—Richie Boss

Mixed Reactions to Potential Color Changes

Social media reactions to these rumored colors have been varied. Some users see the potential inclusion of a bold orange or gold as a refreshing departure from Apple’s typically subdued Pro model color schemes. Others express concern that such vibrant hues might detract from the device’s premium appeal. Apple’s iPhone events are highly anticipated, with leaks often preceding official announcements, suggesting the iPhone 17 event could be mere weeks away, potentially in the second week of September. For comparison, Google’s Pixel 8 series, released in late 2023, offered a similarly vibrant “Rose” color option, indicating a broader industry trend towards more expressive device aesthetics (The Verge, October 4, 2023).