Apple's iPhone 17 series (iPhone Air, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max) were officially launched today, and the first disassembly video of the iPhone 17 Pro was released a few hours later. If you are interested in the internal structure of this new phone, this video is worth watching.
The video shows the standard disassembly process and guides users on how to safely disassemble the device without damaging it for self-service repair. Unlike previous ones, this teardown first removes the screen and then the shield that houses the battery.
The motherboard is the focal point of the entire process, with a large number of connectors spread across it, so it needs to be disassembled with extreme care. It is worth noting that the rear camera module of the iPhone 17 Pro has been significantly enlarged, and the sensor elements of the front camera group have also been significantly improved compared to the previous generation. At the same time, the motherboard itself has been reduced in size and the components are arranged more compactly.
Overall, Apple has used more screws inside the iPhone 17 Pro this time and less glue than before. This change generally makes repairs more convenient. In addition, the battery is also equipped with an easy-to-disassemble structure, further improving the repairability of the device.