1. Apple is reportedly planning to discontinue the 'Plus' variant of the iPhone, introduced only two years ago, in favor of a new slim model for the iPhone 17 lineup. 2. The new model is said to feature a 6.6-inch display, an A19 chip, and a single rear wide camera, marking a significant shift in design. 3. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that the 'Plus' model has failed to gain significant market traction, making it redundant in Apple's current high-end offerings.