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:
- Standard iPhone 17: ~6.3″
- Air: ~6.6″
- Pro: ~6.3″
- Pro Max: ~6.9″ What Hi-Fi?Indiatimes+1.
- Chassis & Design:
- The Air model is expected to be ultra-thin—possibly around 5.5 mm—making it Apple’s slimmest yet MacRumorsLOS40TechRadar.
- Some rumored design tweaks include repositioned Apple logo, unified button layout, and horizontal camera bump on Pro models IndiatimesTechRadarThe Economic Times.
- 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:
Model | Estimated 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 |