iPhone 17 Series: Release Date, Price, Specs, and Design Changes (2025)

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iPhone 17 Series Overview Apple’s 2025 iPhone lineup introduces

four models:  

1. iPhone 17:  (6.3" display, $799)  
2. iPhone 17 Air: (6.6" ultra-thin design, $899)  
3. iPhone 17 Pro: (6.3" ProMotion, $1,099)  
4. iPhone 17 Pro Max: (6.9" flagship, $1,199)  

This marks the end of the Plus model, replaced by the iPhone 17 Air, which prioritizes slimness (5.5–6.25mm thickness) over bulkier designs . All models feature 120Hz ProMotion displays and LTPO OLED panels, a first for non-Pro iPhones .  

Models & Key Differences  

iPhone 17

• Display: 6.3" LTPO OLED (up from 6.1")  
• Chip: A19 (3nm process)  
• Cameras: Dual 48MP rear, 24MP front  
• Design: Aluminum frame, vertical pill-shaped camera bump .  

iPhone 17 Air

• Thinnest iPhone Ever: 5.5–6.25mm thickness (excluding camera bump)  
• Display: 6.6" OLED with Touch and Display Driver Integration (TDDI)  
• Features: Single 48MP rear camera, eSIM-only, aluminum-titanium hybrid frame .  
• Performance: A19 chip, 8GB RAM, Apple’s first in-house 5G modem .  

iPhone 17 Pro

• Display: 6.3" with anti-reflective Ceramic Shield 2.0  
• Chip: A19 Pro (enhanced GPU/Neural Engine)  
• Cameras: Triple 48MP lenses (main, ultra-wide, telephoto)  
• Design: Horizontal "camera bar," aluminum-glass hybrid back .  

iPhone 17 Pro Max  

• Flagship Features: 6.9" display, 7x optical zoom, 12GB RAM  
• Battery: 5,000mAh silicon-carbon cell .  
• Camera: 48MP tetraprism telephoto lens for 100x digital zoom .  

Design & Material Innovations  

• iPhone 17 Air: Uses a titanium-aluminum alloy frame for lightweight durability. The rear camera is centered, resembling Google’s Pixel design .  
• Pro Models: Shift from titanium to aluminum frames to reduce cost and carbon footprint. The back combines glass (for MagSafe) and aluminum .  
• Thickness:  Air: 5.5mm (thinnest point) / 9.5mm at camera bump .  
•   Pro Max: 8.1mm (slightly thicker for larger battery) .  

Display Technology & Sizes

Model

Display Size

Technology

Key Features

iPhone 17

6.3"

LTPO OLED

120Hz ProMotion, Always-On Display

iPhone 17 Air

6.6"

TDDI OLED

Slimmest profile, anti-glare coating

iPhone 17 Pro

6.3"

LTPO OLED

Ceramic Shield 2.0, 2,000 nits brightness

iPhone 17 Pro Max

6.9"

LTPO OLED

Reduced Dynamic Island size

Performance: A19 Chip & RAM

• A19 Chip: Built on TSMC’s 3nm process for 15% faster CPU and 20% better GPU efficiency .  
• A19 Pro: Exclusive to Pro models, supports advanced AI tasks and spatial video processing.  
• RAM:  

  iPhone 17/Air: 8GB  
  iPhone 17 Pro/Max: 12GB .  

Camera Upgrades

• iPhone 17/Pro: 24MP front camera (up from 12MP) with six-element lens .  
• Pro Max: Triple 48MP rear sensors (main, ultra-wide, tetraprism telephoto). Offers 7x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom .  
• Air: Single 48MP main camera with 2x optical crop zoom .  

Color Options

Model

Available Colors

iPhone 17

Black, White, Pink, Blue, Green

iPhone 17 Air

Cosmic Black, Silver, Rose Gold

iPhone 17 Pro

Black Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium

iPhone 17 Pro Max

White Titanium, Space Gray, Midnight Blue

 Release Date & Pricing  

• Launch Window: September 9–13, 2025 (pre-orders start September 12) .  
• Pricing:  

            iPhone 17:   $799  
         iPhone 17 Air:   $899  
         iPhone 17 Pro:   $1,099

            iPhone 17 Pro Max:   $1,199 .

Battery & Connectivity

• Battery Tech: 

Pro Max: Silicon-carbon battery (5,000mAh) for 20% longer life . 

Air: High-density cells to compensate for slim design .  

• Connectivity:  

Wi-Fi 7 support across all models.  
 Air debuts Apple’s 

C1 5G modem; others use Qualcomm .  

iPhone 17 Series: Complete Comparison (2025)

Feature

iPhone 17

iPhone 17 Air

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro Max

Display

6.3" LTPO OLED
120Hz ProMotion
Always-On 

6.6" TDDI OLED
120Hz ProMotion
Always-On 

6.3" LTPO OLED
120Hz ProMotion
Always-On 

6.9" LTPO OLED
120Hz ProMotion
Always-On

Processor

A19 (3nm)

A19 (3nm)

A19 Pro (3nm+)

A19 Pro (3nm+)

RAM/Storage

8GB
128/256/512GB

8GB
256/512GB

12GB
256/512GB/1TB

12GB
512GB/1TB/2TB

Camera

48MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-Wide

48MP Single Lens
(Centered Bump)

48MP Wide + 48MP Ultra-Wide + 12MP Telephoto (5x)

48MP Wide + 48MP Ultra-Wide + 48MP Telephoto (7x) 

Battery

4,200mAh
22 Hours

3,800mAh (High-Density)
18 Hours

4,500mAh
27 Hours

5,000mAh (Silicon-Carbon)
33 Hours

Design

Aluminum Frame
Vertical Camera Bump

5.5–6.25mm Thickness
Horizontal Camera Bar

Aluminum-Glass Hybrid
Horizontal Camera Bar

Aluminum-Glass Hybrid
Horizontal Camera Bar

Colors

Black, White, Pink, Blue, Green

Cosmic Black, Silver, Rose Gold

Black Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium

White Titanium, Space Gray, Midnight Blue 

Price

$799

$899

$1,099

$1,199 

Expected Design 

FAQs

Q: Will the iPhone 17 Air bend easily?

A: Apple tested 6.9" prototypes but settled on 6.6" to prevent bending .  

Q: Is the Pro Max worth the price?  

A: Yes—for its 7x zoom, 12GB RAM, and 6.9" display .  

Q: Does the iPhone 17 support physical SIM?

A: Only the Air is eSIM-only; others retain hybrid trays .  

Conclusion

     The iPhone 17 series blends cutting-edge design (like the 5.5mm Air) with pro-grade features (tetraprism cameras, A19 Pro chip). With color variety, improved repairability, and a focus on sustainability, this lineup caters to both casual users and tech enthusiasts. Stay tuned for Apple’s official launch this September!  

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