iPhone 17 Series: Launch Date, Specs, Models, and Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2025
iPhone 17 Series Is Coming: Here's Everything We Know So Far
We are fast approaching the launch and release date of Apple’s new iPhone series and it is shaping up to be one of the most interesting refreshes apple has done in recent years. This is one of the most anticipated moments of the, with much speculation on the releases. We’ll cover all of this…NOW!
Apple Launch Event
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, during the week of September 8th, 2025. The actual event will likely take place on Tuesday the 9th or Wednesday, September 10th. Pre-orders should open up around Friday, September 12, and retail availability is projected for Friday, September 19th.
Many expect much more than just the iPhone 17 series, though this is the highlight of the event. Apple is to introduce: Apple Watch Series 11 & Watch Ultra 3, The New iPad Pro with M5 Chip, and an Updated Vision Pro (M4) and a potentially a new external monitor before years-end.
iPhone 17 Series Overview
Models
The line-up will have four models:
- iPhone 17 (standard)
- iPhone 17 Air: is has been a much talked about part of the series, it’s a slimmer, ultra-light version replacing the Plus
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
Design & Display
Design
Apple is keeping their trusted design language of sleek, minimalist while striking design language, if you see an iPhone you know it's an iPhone, or an apple product in general; Their use of premium materials has always been a major standout, however in recent years the iPhones have looked almost identical, perhaps with small charges, but this is one of the most significant redesigns in recent years. The camera setup has received a reasonable change, reminiscent of a Google pixel device while still keeping a similar design to the past years models. The display section will likely remain the same, featuring the dynamic island, basically the new design is significantly deferent and the same at the same time.
This year they will introduce a new design (competing for the thinnest phone they can, since other manufacturers are making thin cool again, such as Samsung with the S25 Edge) with the air; being one of the thinnest iPhones ever, coming in at 5.5mm.
Display sizes:
- iPhone 17: 6.27” , OLED (LTPS)
- Air: 6.6” , OLED (LTPS)
- Pro: 6.3” , OLED (LTPO, 120Hz ProMotion )
- Pro Max: 6.9” , OLED ( LTPO, 120Hz ProMotion )
Materials
Standard and Air
There seems to be a slew of rumours on the materials that will be used. The standard 17 will likely be aluminium and glass but there seems to be a toss up between what will be the air’s build material. The air may very well come with an aluminium build, considering the price point, however since it will be so thin, apple will likely want it to be made out of titanium as they need the rigidity to combat any issues created by thin design.
Moving onto the Pro, it will likely be dropping the titanium in favour of aluminium and ceramic glass build. This should make for a lighter phone, to combat the size, while also making easier to manufacture since the softer aluminium is easier to machine.
The Dynamic Island is expected to be more functional, though the front-facing sensor placement may remain similar, with the Pro models possibly integrating under-display Face ID sensors in the future.
Internals & Performance
Standard Air and 17: A19 chip + 8GB RAM
Pro and Pro Max: A19 Pro Chip (2nm) + 12GB LPDDR5X
Thermals: Pro variants may include vapor chamber cooling
Connectivity:
The Air potentially will use an Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 and a homegrown 5G modem (sub-6 GHz only)
All models will support Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, UWB 2.0, and satelite SOS
Camera & Media
Rear camaras:
Air: single 48MP
Standard: dual-lens (Wide + Ultra-Wide), 48MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-wide
Pro/Pro Max: triple 48 MP lenses (Wide: 48MP, Ultra-Wide: 48MP , Telephoto: 48MP), Pro Max featuring Tetraprism zoom and 8k video
Front Camera: All models will feature a 24Mp TrueDepth Front camera with enhanced low-light performance
We can all expect dual-video recording capability, letting you simultaneously film with the front and the rear cameras
Battery & Charging
Battery Capacities
Standard 17: 3,400mAH
17 Air: 2,800 mAH to 3200mAH (Rumored, to accommodate the thin profile). Likely to have a lower battery life, impacting full day usage (~60%-70%)
17 Pro: 4,200 mAH
17 Pro Max: 4,800 mAH
Charging:
- Wired up to 35W (USB-C)
- MagSafe 15W
- Reverse wireless charging for accessories will only be available for the 17 Pro Max
Colours and Pricing ( US/Europe )
*Please advised that pricing and colours will vary by region.
Colours
Base: Black, white, steel gray, light blue, green, purple
Air: black, white, sky-blue, soft gold
Pro/Pro Max: Black, white, grey, navy blue, rumoured orange/copper
Pricing
Air: around US $899
Base: US$ 799
Pro: ~US$999
Pro Max: Starting US$1,199; roughly €950+ in Europe.
This year apple has gone through great lengths to make their smartphones appear new and refreshed; with enhanced performance, new display sizes, and a more refined design language. The return of the slim design is an interesting one indeed.
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References
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MacRumors
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Tom's Guide
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TechRadar
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The Independent (UK)
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AS (Meristation)
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Cinco Días / El País
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Los40 Tech
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The Economic Times (India)
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Reddit r/Apple
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