August 8, 2025 – Apple is preparing to unveil its next-generation premium smartphone lineup, the iPhone 17 series, in early September. While the official date has yet to be confirmed, reports suggest the launch event could take place on either September 3 or September 9, both falling on a Tuesday—Apple’s traditional launch day.
The upcoming lineup is expected to include four models:
- iPhone 17
- iPhone 17 Air
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
🔧 Performance & Chipsets
- iPhone 17 may feature the latest A19 chip, despite earlier rumors of it retaining the older A18.
- iPhone 17 Pro is expected to debut with the A19 Pro chipset, 12GB RAM, and 256GB storage, marking a significant bump from previous models.
- The Pro Max variant could house a massive 5,500mAh battery—the largest ever in an iPhone—with support for 25W fast MagSafe charging and 15W Qi2 wireless charging.
📸 Camera Upgrades
- iPhone 17: Dual-camera setup featuring a 48MP main sensor and 12MP ultra-wide lens, focused on better low-light photography.
- iPhone 17 Pro:
- Triple-camera system: 48MP primary, 48MP ultra-wide, and 48MP periscope telephoto with advanced zoom.
- Front camera: 24MP sensor aimed at improved selfies and video calls.
- Supports 8K video recording.
🧱 Design and Build
- Apple is reverting to aluminum frames for the entire iPhone 17 lineup, including the premium models—marking a departure from titanium and stainless steel used in recent Pro editions.
- The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature:
- Ultra-slim bezels
- A refined Dynamic Island
- A wide rectangular rear camera module
- A lower-positioned Apple logo for improved MagSafe alignment
💵 Expected Pricing
| Model | Price (India) | Price (US) | Price (UAE) |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 Pro | ₹1,45,990 | $1,199 | AED 4,403 |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | ₹1,64,990 | $1,499 | AED 5,299 |
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the phones are expected to go on sale between September 8 and 10, 2025.
