- By Prateek Levi
- Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:29 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air: With Apple's September launch every year mere days away, rumours and initial reports of the iPhone 17 series are already making waves. Expected to launch in mid September, between the 11th and 13th, the 2025 iPhone series may bring more than just a standard upgrade—this time, it may also signal the demise of the "Plus" model and the introduction of a completely new variant: the iPhone 17 Air.
Four Models, One Dramatic Change
The iPhone 17 lineup will consist of four phones: the base iPhone 17, the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, the iPhone 17 Pro, and the top-of-the-line iPhone 17 Pro Max. Apple is said to be discontinuing the "Plus" model because its sales are dwindling and reconfiguring its line with the "Air", which may provide a thinner form factor and a lighter design.
Design: Comfortable Meets New
While the standard iPhone 17 is likely to retain traditional design features, the Air variant is said to introduce a slimmer, more minimalist aesthetic with a sole rear-facing camera. On the higher-end side, both the Pro and Pro Max variants could introduce a discernible redesign. The rear camera setup is expected to be reorganised—with the flash and LiDAR sensor now shifted towards the right—and even a smaller front Dynamic Island. Apple may also ditch the titanium frame in favour of aluminium across the board.
Bigger Screens, Smoother Experience
Apple is said to be bumping up display sizes on all four models. The base iPhone 17 and Pro are said to ship with 6.3-inch displays, while the Air could have a 6.6-inch screen. The iPhone 17 Pro Max may even top out at 6.9 inches. And maybe most thrilling: for the very first time, all models—even the non-Pro ones—are said to support 120Hz ProMotion refresh rates.
Significant Camera Enhancements
One of the highlights of the upgrades would be the new 24 MP front camera for all four models, based on a six-element lens for enhanced selfies and improved video calls. The iPhone 17 Pro Max, however, is expected to feature a triple 48 MP back camera configuration, with wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto capabilities. The telephoto lens could have as much as 5x optical zoom, keeping it on par with Apple's attention towards photographers.
India Price: A Familiar Band, Maybe a Bit More
Though Apple has not announced prices yet, preliminary estimates indicate that the starting iPhone 17 can come out in India in the range of ₹79,900. Apple has been steadfast with its low-end prices over the last few years—while a minor increase is always on the cards with new tech and features involved.
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Short and sweet, Apple's iPhone 17 series appears to be bringing refinement and novelty. Whether that's the new Air model, more enhanced displays, or the redesigned Pro models, there's something on the horizon for every type of iPhone user this year.