Apple is gearing up to launch the iPhone 17 series this September, introducing four models: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what to expect.
Launch Timeline
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Launch Date: Between September 11–13, 2025
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Pre-orders: Likely to begin shortly after the announcement
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Availability: In-store availability and initial shipments expected approximately a week later The Economic Times+9The Financial Express+9The Verge+9
Expected Pricing
India
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iPhone 17: ₹88,900
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iPhone 17 Air: ₹95,000–₹1,09,500
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iPhone 17 Pro: ₹1,29,999–₹1,39,900
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iPhone 17 Pro Max: ₹1,44,900–₹1,64,900 Munsif Daily+1NDTV Profit+1Indiatimes+1The Financial Express+1NDTV Profit
United States
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iPhone 17: $799
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iPhone 17 Air: $899
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iPhone 17 Pro: $999
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iPhone 17 Pro Max: Up to $2,300 NDTV Profit+1The Financial Express+1
Dubai
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iPhone 17 Pro: AED 4,099
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iPhone 17 Pro Max: AED 5,099 Reddit+1NDTV Profit+1
Design & Build
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iPhone 17 & Pro Models: Expected to feature aluminum frames with a glass back, moving away from the titanium used in previous models
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iPhone 17 Air: Rumored to be the thinnest iPhone ever at 5.5mm, with a titanium-aluminum hybrid frame
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Camera Design: All models may adopt a rectangular aluminum-framed camera bar, replacing the traditional squircle bump Indiatimes+1The Financial Express+1The Economic Times+6The Financial Express+6The Sun+6
Camera Enhancements
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Front Camera: All models are expected to feature a 24MP front camera, doubling the resolution from previous models
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Rear Cameras:
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iPhone 17 Air: Single 48MP wide-angle lens
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iPhone 17 Pro: Triple camera setup with a 48MP main sensor
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iPhone 17 Pro Max: Triple 48MP cameras supporting 8K video recording The Economic Times+5The Financial Express+5Indiatimes+5The Economic Times
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⚙️ Performance & Features
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Chipset:
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iPhone 17 & Air: A19 Bionic chip
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iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: A19 Pro chip with enhanced AI capabilities
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RAM: Up to 12GB in Pro models
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Display: All models are expected to feature 120Hz ProMotion OLED displays
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Charging: Reverse wireless charging up to 7.5W and wired charging at 35W The Verge+4Indiatimes+4Munsif Daily+4Lifewire+3The Financial Express+3NDTV Profit+3NDTV Profit
Battery & Charging
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iPhone 17 Air: Rumored to have a 2,800mAh battery, which is smaller than previous models but may offer improved efficiency
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Pro Models: Expected to have larger batteries due to increased thickness, enhancing battery life
Global Availability
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India: Anticipated to be among the first markets for the iPhone 17 series
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United States & Dubai: Availability expected shortly after the global launchMunsif DailyThe Financial Express+1www.bajajfinserv.in+1
AI Integration
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Apple Intelligence: The iPhone 17 series is expected to feature enhanced AI capabilities, including on-device processing and predictive text
Final Thoughts
The iPhone 17 series is shaping up to be a significant upgrade, with enhancements in design, performance, and camera technology. Whether you’re looking for a sleek, lightweight device with the iPhone 17 Air or a powerhouse with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple seems to have something for everyone.
For a closer look at the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s features and design, check out the following video:
