Apple appears to be preparing for the launch of its iPhone 17 lineup in the Indian market. Leaks suggest the upcoming series will include four models: the standard iPhone 17, a newly designed ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, the high-performance iPhone 17 Pro, and the top-tier iPhone 17 Pro Max. All models in the series are expected to come equipped with Apple’s custom-developed Wi-Fi 7 chip, promising faster and more efficient wireless connectivity.
The base iPhone 17 is tipped to arrive with a larger 6.3-inch OLED screen that may finally support a 120Hz refresh rate. However, it likely won’t feature the LTPO (low-temperature polycrystalline oxide) display technology—marketed by Apple as ProMotion—which is reserved for the Pro variants and allows for adaptive refresh rates.
Reports also indicate that Apple plans to retire the ‘Plus’ version and introduce the iPhone 17 Air in its place. This new model is expected to be slimmer, lighter, and more design-oriented than its predecessor. In addition, the entire iPhone 17 series is rumored to debut an improved version of the Dynamic Island, aimed at delivering a more fluid and refined user interface.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max price in India, UAE and the USA:
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series is likely to debut in India with a starting price close to Rs 79,900. Globally, however, pricing may see an upward shift, influenced by rising manufacturing expenses and continued U.S.–China trade friction, including tariffs stemming from policies introduced during the Trump administration. In the United States, the base iPhone 17 could be priced at approximately $899, while in the UAE, the initial variant is expected to launch around AED 3,799, with premium models carrying an even steeper price tag.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max India launch date:
Apple is reportedly planning to debut its iPhone 17 series in mid-September 2025. The new lineup—comprising the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and the flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max—is expected to be officially announced during the second week of the month. According to Bloomberg’s well-known Apple journalist Mark Gurman, the launch event could take place on September 8, 9, or 10. Other industry insiders, such as 9to5Mac, anticipate that pre-orders will go live on Friday, September 12, with in-store sales and shipping likely beginning around September 19.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max camera:
Apple is gearing up to significantly upgrade the front-facing camera on the iPhone 17, bumping the resolution to 24MP to deliver more detailed selfies and enhanced video clarity. At the rear, the regular model is likely to stick with a dual-camera system featuring a 48MP primary sensor. In contrast, the Pro Max variant is rumored to feature a trio of 48MP lenses — covering main, ultra-wide, and telephoto functions — all reportedly capable of capturing ultra-HD 8K footage. This represents one of the most substantial leaps in camera technology for the iPhone lineup in recent years.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max design:
Apple is reportedly bringing back aluminum frames for the entire iPhone 17 lineup, including the high-end Pro and Pro Max models. This marks a shift from its previous approach, where aluminum was mainly used in budget-friendly options such as the iPhone SE and iPhone 16, while top-tier models featured stainless steel or, more recently with the iPhone 15 Pro, lighter titanium builds. The move suggests Apple is aiming for a more unified design language across all variants, potentially to cut down on weight and present a consistent aesthetic throughout the range.
