Although Apple’s next big iPhone unveiling is still some time off, early leaks surrounding the iPhone 17 lineup have already painted a fairly detailed picture of what’s in store. For 2025, Apple is anticipated to unveil four models in its iPhone 17 series: the standard iPhone 17, the high-performance iPhone 17 Pro, the top-end iPhone 17 Pro Max, and a fresh addition—the iPhone 17 Air. The new Air model is reportedly set to take the place of the current iPhone Plus, delivering a sleeker and more compact design.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max launch date:
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman predicts that Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup—which includes the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max—is expected to launch sometime between September 8 and 10, 2025.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max camera:
Apple is rumored to enhance the front-facing camera on the iPhone 17, jumping from a 12MP to a 24MP sensor—potentially boosting selfie sharpness and video performance. The base model is expected to retain a dual-lens system on the back, led by a single 48MP primary sensor. Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 Pro Max could feature a triple 48MP camera setup, covering wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses, and may introduce 8K video recording capabilities.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max design:
A major talking point this year is expected to be the debut of the iPhone 17 Air. According to various leaks, this new model may take over from the current Plus version, boasting a sleeker build that’s approximately 2mm thinner than the iPhone 16 Pro. It’s rumored to sport a 6.6-inch screen. In contrast, the standard iPhone 17 might get a modest increase in display size, growing from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max is anticipated to stick with its expansive 6.9-inch screen.
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max price in India, UAE and the USA:
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 lineup is poised to launch with a base price of Rs 79,900 in India, $799 in the United States, and AED 2,934 in the UAE. The all-new iPhone 17 Air model is likely to retail at Rs 89,900 in India, $899 in the U.S., and AED 3,799 in Dubai. For those eyeing the iPhone 17 Pro, the expected price is Rs 1,45,990 in India, $1,199 stateside, and AED 4,403 in the Emirates. Meanwhile, the top-tier iPhone 17 Pro Max could be introduced at a premium cost of Rs 1,64,990 in India, $2,300 in the U.S., and AED 7,074 in Dubai.
