Apple has finally launched the iPhone 17 family on September 9, 2025, and this year we got not just one but four models- the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
This is the biggest iPhone launch of the year, with new designs, more powerful chips, upgraded cameras, and fresh colors. The good news for Indian Apple fans is that India is in the first wave of launches, so you can pre-order right away.
Key Highlights of iPhone 17 Lineup
- New processors: A19 chip in iPhone 17, and A19 Pro in iPhone 17 Air, Pro & Pro Max.
- Thinnest iPhone ever: iPhone Air is just 5.6 mm thin with a titanium body.
- Cameras: All models get a 48 MP Fusion camera and a new 18 MP front camera with Center Stage for better selfies and video calls.
- ProMotion display: Smooth 120 Hz display now comes to more iPhones.
- iOS 26: All models will ship with iOS 26 out of the box, which rolls out publicly from 15 September 2025.
iPhone 17 (Standard Model)
- Display: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR with 120 Hz ProMotion.
- Chipset: A19, faster and more efficient.
- Cameras: Dual 48 MP Fusion system + 18 MP selfie cam.
- Design: Aluminium frame, Ceramic Shield 2 glass.
- Battery: All-day usage claimed.
- Colors: Black, lavender, mist blue, sage, white.
Price in India: Starts at ₹82,900.
Availability: Pre-orders from 12 September (5:30 PM IST); sale starts 19 September 2025.
iPhone Air (New Model)
Apple introduced a completely new member of the family, iPhone Air.
- Design: Only 5.6 mm thin, titanium frame, glass on both sides.
- Display: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR, Always-On, 120 Hz ProMotion, up to 3000 nits peak brightness.
- Chipset: A19 Pro (same as Pro models).
- Cameras: 48 MP main camera + 18 MP selfie camera.
- Special Note: eSIM-only in the US, but in India it will still support physical SIM along with eSIM.
Price in India: Starts at ₹1,19,900.
Availability: Pre-orders from 12 September; available from 19 September.
iPhone 17 Pro
- Display: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR with ProMotion.
- Chipset: A19 Pro with new cooling system for better performance.
- Cameras: Triple 48 MP Pro Fusion cameras (Main, Ultra-Wide, Telephoto). ProRes RAW, Dolby Vision HDR, up to 8x zoom.
- Design: Aluminium unibody with vapor chamber for cooling.
Price in India: Starts at ₹1,34,900.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Display: 6.9-inch ProMotion Always-On display.
- Chipset: A19 Pro, most powerful chip in iPhone history.
- Cameras: Triple 48 MP Pro Fusion with extended zoom (up to 8x optical zoom exclusive to Pro Max).
- Battery: Longest battery life ever in an iPhone, according to Apple.
Price in India: Starts around ₹1,49,900, and goes higher depending on storage (up to 2 TB).
Availability in India
- Pre-order starts: 12 September 2025 at 5:30 PM IST.
- In-store availability: 19 September 2025 across India (Apple online store, Apple retail stores, and partner resellers).
What about US Pricing?
For context, in the US the iPhone 17 starts at $799 and the iPhone 17 Air starts at $999, with Pro models starting above $1,099. But for Indian readers, the focus is on the INR pricing shared above.
Should You Upgrade?
- If you own iPhone 15 or earlier, the upgrade is worth it, you’ll get a much better display, improved cameras, stronger battery life, and iOS 26 with Apple Intelligence features.
- If you already use iPhone 16 series, the upgrade depends on whether you want the new ultra-thin Air model or the Pro video features.
Engineers Corner Says:
The iPhone 17 lineup brings something for everyone:
- iPhone 17 for regular users.
- iPhone Air if you love thin and stylish phones.
- iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max for creators and heavy users.
With India getting these phones in the first wave, fans don’t have to wait long. Pre-orders are already live, so you can book your new iPhone today, It will be also avilble on all leading ecommerce websites like amazon, flipkart, blinkit, zepto etc along with Apple official store in Delhi, Pune, Mumbai and Bengaluru, visit apple.com for more details
