Here’s what we currently know about the Apple iPhone 17 lineup and its expected pricing and features, based on the most recent reliable reports and rumors (as of early–mid August 2025):


Expected Features Across the iPhone 17 Series

  • Launch Schedule: Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series in early September—likely around September 9–10, 2025—with pre-orders and a release following shortly after MacRumorsIndiatimes+1.
  • Models in the Series:
    • iPhone 17 (base model)
    • iPhone 17 Air (super-thin replacement for the “Plus”)
    • iPhone 17 Pro
    • iPhone 17 Pro Max Indiatimes+1
  • Display:
    • All models expected to feature 120 Hz ProMotion OLED displays, bringing smoother animations and Always-On support even to non‑Pro variants What Hi-Fi?PhoneArenaIndiatimes.
    • Size varies:
  • Chassis & Design:
  • Performance:
    • Base models likely powered by the A19 chip (8 GB RAM).
    • Pro variants expected to feature the A19 Pro chip (12 GB RAM) and a vapor‑chamber cooling system for better heat management MacRumorsIndiatimesThe Economic TimesReddit.
  • Camera System:
    • Front Camera: All models rumored to feature a 24 MP front-facing camera MacRumorsIndiatimesTechRadar.
    • Rear Cameras:
      • Standard & Air: Dual-lens setup—wide + ultrawide.
      • Pro Pro Max: Triple 48 MP rear cameras, including telephoto and potentially supporting 8K video, variable aperture, and dual-camera front + rear recording MacRumorsThe Economic TimesIndiatimesTechRadar.
  • Connectivity & Battery:
    • Wi‑Fi 7 support across all models, with the Air possibly offering Apple’s in‑house 5 G modem The Economic TimesMacRumors.
    • Battery capacity:
      • Pro Max: ~5,000 mAh.
      • Pro: Around 4,500 mAh.
      • Air may feature a smaller ~2,900 mAh battery due to its ultra-thin design Indiatimes+1LOS40.
    • Fast-charging specs: Up to 35 W wired and 25 W wireless (Qi 2.2) charging rumored Indiatimes.
  • Software:
    • iOS 26 is expected to power the entire lineup, introducing new AI-focused tools and a “Liquid Glass” interface IndiatimesGadgets 360.

Pricing Estimates (US base prices)

Rumors suggest a modest $50 increase across the board compared to the previous iPhone 16 series TechRadarTom’s GuideMacworldTech Advisor.

Estimates by multiple sources:

ModelEstimated Price (USD)
iPhone 17~$799–849
iPhone 17 Air~$899–949
iPhone 17 Pro~$1,049–1,099
iPhone 17 Pro Max~$1,199–1,249