Currently, there is no confirmed information that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature a self-healing display. However, Apple has been exploring self-healing display technology for future devices, including foldable iPhones. This technology involves using self-healing materials that can repair scratches and dents without external intervention or with the application of heat, light, or electric current[1][4][9].
For foldable devices, Apple's patents suggest the use of elastomers in the flexible regions of the display to enhance bendability. The self-healing layer can be applied across the entire display or just in the flexible areas. The process involves materials that can fill dents and scratches autonomously or with external stimuli like heat, which might be generated by transparent conductors within the display[1][4][9].
Regarding the iPhone 17 Pro Max, rumors focus on other display enhancements, such as the use of Low-Dielectric TEE technology, which aims to improve battery efficiency, display durability, and overall performance[3][5][6]. However, there is no specific mention of self-healing materials in these rumors.
In summary, while Apple is researching self-healing displays for future foldable devices, there is no concrete evidence that this technology will be included in the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The upcoming model is expected to feature other display innovations but not necessarily self-healing capabilities.
Citations:
[1] https://bgr.com/tech/apple-is-developing-a-foldable-iphone-with-a-self-healing-display/
[2] https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/03/07/whats-in-store-for-the-iphone-17-pro-and-pro-max-this-fall
[3] https://techloot.co.uk/ios/the-iphone-17-pro-series-major-display-enhancements-and-frame-decisions-ahead/
[4] https://www.patentlyapple.com/2023/07/apple-advances-self-healing-display-layers-for-future-foldable-devices.html
[5] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/apple-s-iphone-17-pro-max-and-17-air-surface-in-leaked-3d-renders-2379192.html
[6] https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/the-iphone-17-pro-and-pro-max-could-get-a-display-upgrade-and-avoid-a-frame-downgrade
[7] https://www.rokform.com/blogs/rokform-blog/iphone-17-rumors
[8] https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-17-lineup-specs-detail-display-upgrade-and-new-high-end-model.2431922/page-2
[9] https://www.designboom.com/technology/apple-patent-foldable-electronic-device-self-healing-screen-05-24-2024/
[10] https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/iphone-17-pro-air-pro-max-launch-soon-leaked-design-battery-camera-display-and-everything-else-to-know-2691711-2025-03-10