Apple Unveils iPhone 17 Family – iPhone 17, Air, Pro & Pro Max
Introduction
At its September 9, 2025 “Awe-Dropping” keynote, Apple introduced the next-generation iPhone lineup: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the all-new iPhone Air—a breakthrough 5.6 mm ultra-slim model. Preorders begin September 12, with full availability on September 19.
iPhone 17: The Standard Flagship
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Release date & pricing: Starts at $799 (256 GB) or ₹84,900 in India
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Design & specs: Features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with 120 Hz ProMotion, powered by the A19 SoC and new N1 networking chip supporting Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread
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Colors: Available in Lavender, Sage, Mist Blue, Black, and White
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Performance Redefined
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Pricing & availability: Pro starts at $1,099 (256 GB) — a $100 bump for included storage; Pro Max remains at $1,199
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Launch details: Preorders open Sept 12; available Sept 19
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Design & features:
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Powered by A19 Pro chip, with vapor-chamber cooling and an aluminum unibody for optimal thermal efficiency
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Triple 48 MP Fusion rear cameras, including new telephoto with 8x optical-quality zoom, plus 18 MP Center Stage front camera, ProRes RAW, Log 2, and genlock
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Scratch/crack-resistant Ceramic Shield 2 on front and back
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Colors: Deep Blue, Cosmic Orange, Silver (no black option)
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iPhone Air: The Ultra-Thin Pro
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Price & release: Starts at $999 (₹1,09,900); preorder Sept 12; available Sept 19
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Design: Just 5.6 mm thin, weight ~165 g, built with grade-5 titanium, with Ceramic Shield 2 on front and back for extreme durability
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Display & internals: 6.5-inch ProMotion display (120 Hz, 3,000 nits), A19 Pro + C1X modem, N1 networking chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread; all-day battery (27 hr video, 40 with MagSafe battery)
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Camera: 48 MP Fusion main, 12 MP telephoto, 18 MP Center Stage front with dual-video recording
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Colors: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky BlueApple
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A19 / A19 Pro & N1 Networking Chips
Apple introduced the N1 chip, bringing Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread to all iPhone 17 models, plus the new C1X 5G modem—doubling speeds over last year’s C1 modem.
eSIM Adoption
iPhone 17, Pro, Pro Max, and Air will be eSIM-only in many regions—including China and India
Accessories & Apple Store Offerings
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Cases: iPhone 17 Clear Case, Silicone with MagSafe for $49; Crossbody Strap $59; FineWoven Wallet $59; 40W Power Adapter $39; Qi2 MagSafe Charger $39–49
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