According to a new leak shared today by Majin Bu , the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro may include a physical SIM tray in select markets offering flexibility while Apple expands eSIM adoption globally (via MacRumors ).

Leaked images allegedly show a SIM tray slot in the side frame of the iPhone 17 Pro. That hints Apple may be holding onto legacy hardware for users in markets where eSIM support remains limited.

The move would align with reports that the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air could forego a SIM tray entirely, while Pro models retain it where needed. Since the launch of the iPhone 14 in 2022 Apple has sold eSIM only models in the United States, removing the physical tray entirely. Outside the US physical SIM support remains widespread.

Today’s leak shows how Apple might tailor hardware by region

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