Leaked: iPhone 17 Pro May Debut in Stunning 'Sky Blue'—But Fans Are Already Divided

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Apple may have only just launched its latest iPhone, but the rumor mill is already spinning about what’s next. And if leaks are to be believed, the iPhone 17 Pro might be gearing up for a fresh coat of paint—specifically, in a brand-new hue called Sky Blue. Yes, blue is back. Again.

This color preview comes courtesy of reliable Apple leaker Majin Bu, who claims that “sources close to the supply chain” have confirmed that Sky Blue is the leading colour contender for Apple’s next flagship device. If the name sounds familiar, that’s because it’s the same soft, airy blue currently featured on the latest MacBook Air—a more muted, elegant tone than the bold blues of past iPhones.

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What Colours Are Expected?

If Apple sticks to tradition, we’re likely looking at a four-colour lineup—just like last year. The current rumored options include:

• Black Titanium
• White Titanium
• Natural Titanium
• Desert Titanium

And that fourth spot? That’s where Sky Blue might swoop in, possibly replacing one of the existing titanium tones. But which one? That’s still anyone’s guess.

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A Familiar Shade—or Déjà Blue?

Die-hard Apple fans may remember Sierra Blue, the crowd-pleasing option from the iPhone 13 Pro lineup. Many are now wondering: is Sky Blue just Sierra Blue 2.0?

Majin Bu seems confident. According to him, “several iPhone 17 Pro prototypes have been made in various colours, with Sky Blue currently the frontrunner.” That’s exciting news for fans of Apple’s cooler colour palettes—but not everyone’s feeling the chill.

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Fans Sound Off: "Too Grey," "Too Safe," or "Just Right"?

The internet has been buzzing, and reactions to the potential Sky Blue shade are, well, colorful. While some Apple enthusiasts are thrilled about the return of a subtler blue, others are unimpressed. A few standout critiques include:

• “Bro I’m tired of them making blues.”
• “Sky Blue? More like Sky Meh.”
• “Why does every 'Pro' colour look like a shade of grey?”
• “Apple just hates giving the Pros fun colours.”

On the flip side, not everyone’s gloomy about the new hue. Some fans see it as a tasteful throwback or a long-overdue alternative to Apple's usual slate of “professional” shades. One commenter even said, “This is the only color that could possibly pull me away from the gray color I always get.”

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A Splash of Uncertainty

Let’s pump the brakes—this is still just a leak. And while Majin Bu has a decent track record when it comes to Apple predictions, he’s not infallible. Just last year, he floated colour options like Titanium Purple, Teal Titanium, and Dark Green Titanium—none of which made the final cut.

So will Sky Blue truly make its iPhone debut later this year? It’s possible. But until Apple makes it official (likely during their autumn event), all we can do is speculate—and maybe mentally prep for yet another “Pro” colour that feels more boardroom than bold.

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