iPhone 17 Series : Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup on September 9, 2025, with pre-orders starting September 12 and retail availability from September 19. The series introduces four models:
- iPhone 17
- iPhone 17 Air (ultra-thin innovation)
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
Key Highlights
iPhone 17 Air: Slimmest iPhone Ever
- Just 5.5mm thick, with a titanium chassis
- 6.3-inch display, 120Hz refresh rate
- A19 chip, 8GB RAM
- Graphene-based thermal management
- eSIM-only design
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Powerhouse Models
- A19 Pro chip with 12GB RAM
- Pro Max features a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display
- Triple 48MP rear cameras with up to 8× optical zoom
- 24MP front camera across all models
- Improved low-light and computational photography
Display & Design
- All models now feature 120Hz refresh rate
- LTPO panels for better battery efficiency
- New anti-glare coating on Pro models
- Centered camera layout and slimmer bezels
Performance & Battery
- A19 chip offers 20–25% performance boost over A18
- Pro Max may feature 5000mAh battery
- Faster 50W MagSafe charging expected
Connectivity
- Support for Wi-Fi 7, custom Apple 5G modem
- Improved Bluetooth and wireless charging with Qi2 standard
🇮🇳 iPhone 17 Price in India (Expected)
| Model | Storage | Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | 128GB | ₹79,900 |
| iPhone 17 Air | 128GB | ₹79,900 |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 128GB | ₹1,45,000 |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 256GB | ₹1,64,990 |
Apple may offer EMI plans, trade-in deals, and education discounts to make these devices more accessible.
iPhone 17 vs Galaxy S24 Ultra
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max | Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9″ LTPO, 120Hz | 6.8″ AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Rear Camera | Triple 48MP | Quad with 200MP main |
| Front Camera | 24MP | 12MP |
| Battery | ~5000mAh | 5000mAh |
| Charging | 50W MagSafe (rumored) | 45W wired |
Apple’s edge lies in software optimization, ecosystem integration, and image processing, while Samsung leads in raw specs and charging speed.