A few days ago, it was rumored that the iPhone 17 Pro models will offer up to 8× optical zoom, and this could explain why the devices are expected

The iPhone 17 Pro could get a few camera upgrades, including an upgraded optical zoom and a "pro" version of the Camera app, if an unnamed tipster is to be believed.

A tipster, reportedly working on an iPhone 17 Pro commercial, tells MacRumors that the phone would get 8x optical zoom, an additional Camera Control Button, and a new camera app.