New iPhone 17
Here’s a detailed roundup of the iPhone 17 series launch—from dates and features to pricing in India—based on the latest reliable rumors:
Launch Timeline
- Apple is widely expected to hold its launch event on September 9, 2025, following hints from leaks on its Apple TV app (The Economic Times).
- Pre-orders are likely to open around September 12, with the devices hitting stores around September 19 (Hindustan Times, The Economic Times, Macworld).
- Though a few earlier speculations mentioned a September 10 launch, the consensus leans strongly toward September 9 (Navbharat Times, Indiatimes, India Today).
Models & Key Features
Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup is likely to include four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air (new ultra-thin variant), iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max (The Times of India, TechRadar, Indiatimes). Here’s what to expect:
iPhone 17 (Standard)
- Display: 6.3″ LTPO OLED with ProMotion (up to 120 Hz) and Always-on capability—first time for the base model (The Times of India, mint).
- Processor: A19 chip, ~8 GB RAM (mint, The Times of India).
- Camera: 24 MP front TrueDepth camera; dual rear cameras (48 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide) (mint, Navbharat Times, www.bajajfinserv.in).
- Design: Similar styling to iPhone 16 but with new color options (Purple, Green, Blue, Black, White) (The Times of India, Macworld).
- Price (US): Around $799; may see a minor increase (mint, The Times of India, Macworld).
iPhone 17 Air
- Highlight: Ultra-thin body (~5.5 mm)—Apple’s thinnest yet (TechRadar, Digit, Indiatimes).
- Display: 6.6″ ProMotion OLED (The Times of India, Digit).
- Processor: A19 Pro, ~12 GB RAM (some sources say 8 GB) (The Times of India, Digit, TechRadar).
- Camera: 24 MP front; single 48 MP rear camera (Navbharat Times, Digit, TechRadar).
- Connectivity: Possibly first device to include Apple’s in-house C1 5G modem (The Times of India, India Today).
- Price (India): Estimated at ₹89,999, roughly ₹90k to ₹1 lakh (Digit, India Today).
iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max
- Display Sizes: 6.3″ (Pro) and 6.9″ (Pro Max) screens (Macworld, Diario AS, The Times of India).
- Design: New full-width “camera bar” replacing square bump; aluminum and glass build (moving away from titanium) (The Financial Express, The Times of India, Diario AS).
- Performance: A19 Pro chip, ~12 GB RAM (TechRadar, The Economic Times, The Times of India).
- Camera: 24 MP front; triple rear cameras with ~48 MP sensors; Pro Max rumored to include 3× optical zoom with moving lens mechanism (Navbharat Times, Diario AS, The Times of India, TechRadar).
- Other Upgrades: Possibly ceramic shield no-reflect screen, improved antenna system, adaptive refresh rate, always-on display (The Times of India, TechRadar).
Indian Pricing (Approximate)
- iPhone 17 (base): Around ₹83,300, reflecting a hike due to bumped storage (now starting at 256 GB) (Navbharat Times, India Today).
- iPhone 17 Air: ~₹90,000 to ₹1,00,000 (India Today, Digit).
- iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max: No confirmed details yet, but expect significantly higher prices.
Summary Table
| Model | Launch Date | Display | Chip & RAM | Cameras | India Price (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | Sept 9, 2025 | 6.3″ ProMotion | A19, ~8 GB | 24 MP front, 48+12 MP rear | ~₹83,300 |
| iPhone 17 Air | Sept 9, 2025 | 6.6″ ProMotion | A19 Pro, ~12 GB | 24 MP front, 48 MP rear | ~₹90,000–₹1 lakh |
| iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max | Sept 9, 2025 | 6.3″ / 6.9″ (ProMotion, Always-on) | A19 Pro, 12 GB | 24 MP front, triple ~48 MP rear | TBD (premium) |
Final Thoughts
The iPhone 17 series looks poised to bring bold changes—especially with the ultra-slim Air model and Pro-level camera redesigns. If reliable, the features like ProMotion displays across all models, upgraded front cameras, powerful A19 chips, and enhanced design options suggest a solid upgrade cycle in 2025.
Let me know if you’d like a deep dive into any specific model or spec!
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