The leaks of Apple’s new flagship phone — the iPhone 17 series — have created excitement in the tech world. This time the models are going to have new display sizes, slim design and powerful battery configurations.
Apple has changed its old strategy a bit and discontinued the iPhone 17 Plus variant. Now the company will launch only four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Let’s see what’s new in all the models of the iPhone 17 series — specs, price, India release date, and which model will be best for you.
What’s New in the iPhone 17 Series?
Apple launches its new iPhones every year in September, and the same trend is expected to follow in 2025 as well. The major highlights of the iPhone 17 series are as follows:
iPhone 17 Air will be a new model that will come with an ultra-slim design. All models will have an OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Major improvements will also be seen in the battery size, except the Air model. The iPhone Plus variant has been discontinued. The A19 chip can be seen in the Pro models. All phones will run on iOS 19 which will have new AI-based features.
iPhone 17 Series Battery Details
Battery capacity has improved a lot this time and the most battery will be available in iPhone 17 Pro Max. Battery details of all models are given in the table below:
| Model | Battery (mAh) |
|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | 3600 mAh |
| iPhone 17 Air | 2800 mAh |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 3900 mAh |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 5000 mAh |
iPhone 17 Air is the slimmest and stylish model, but the 2800 mAh battery will not be able to handle such a large 6.6-inch display if you are a heavy user. If you find battery more important, then iPhone 17 Air will not be the best choice for you.
iPhone 17 Plus Discontinued
Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone Plus variant. The reason for this is low sales, but for those who were fans of big display and battery, this can be a bit disappointing.
“Plus model sales were low, but battery backup was the best. Loyal users will definitely miss it,” said an Apple leak expert.
Display & Design: Big Screen, Thin Body
All models of the iPhone 17 series will come with 120Hz OLED display. Meaning all users will enjoy smooth scrolling and buttery animations, without just buying the Pro model.
iPhone 17 and 17 Pro will get a 6.3-inch flat panel. iPhone 17 Air will have a 6.6-inch big screen, but with an ultra slim design. iPhone 17 Pro Max will have a 6.9-inch giant screen, which will be perfect for media lovers.
Design changes are also expected such as titanium frame (for Pro models), slimmer bezels and new premium colours.
Performance & Software
The iPhone 17 series is quite interesting in terms of performance.
The iPhone 17 and 17 Air may have the A18 chipset. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may have the A19 Pro chip. All models will be launched with iOS 19, which will have new AI-based battery-saving features. Pro models may also have Wi-Fi 7, better cooling system, and Apple’s custom 5G modem.
iPhone 17 Series Price in India (Expected)
According to leaks, the India pricing of iPhone 17 series can be something like this:
| Model | Expected Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | ₹79,900 – ₹84,900 |
| iPhone 17 Air | ₹72,900 – ₹78,900 |
| iPhone 17 Pro | ₹1,29,900 – ₹1,34,900 |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | ₹1,49,900 – ₹1,59,900 |
The price may depending on the storage variant of the phone.
When will the India launch happen?
Apple launches its new iPhones every year in the second week of September. In India, sales usually start 10–15 days later.
Expected Global Launch date could be 10–15 September 2025. India sales are expected to start between 20–30 September 2025.
Pros & Cons – iPhone 17 Series
Pros
- All models have 120Hz display
- iPhone 17 Pro Max has a massive 5000 mAh battery
- iPhone 17 Air is the thinnest and stylish iPhone
- iOS 19 offers new battery saving features
Cons
- The battery of iPhone 17 Air is not very powerful
- Some users will not like the discontinuation of the Plus variant
- The price of Pro models is in the high range
- Only Pro models have the best features
iPhone 17 Series – Which Model for Whom?
For normal users, iPhone 17 will be the best because it comes with balanced performance and price. For style lovers, iPhone 17 Air is the best choice due to ultra-slim design. Gamers and camera-focused users will prefer the iPhone 17 Pro. For power users and content creators, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is the perfect option, which offers both the best battery and display.
FAQs – iPhone 17 Series
What will be the price of all the models of the iPhone 17 Series?
The price in India can start from ₹72,900 and go up to ₹1,59,900, depending on the model and storage.
When will the iPhone 17 Series be launched?
The global launch is expected 10–15 September 2025. The sale in India can start between 20–30 September.
How much is the iPhone 17 Series battery?
iPhone 17: 3600 mAh
iPhone 17 Air: 2800 mAh
iPhone 17 Pro: 3900 mAh
iPhone 17 Pro Max: 5000 mAh
What is the iPhone 17 Series specs summary?
All models are expected to have OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, A18/A19 chip, iOS 19 and up to 1TB storage.
How will the iPhone 17 Series be?
Apple’s iPhone 17 series is clearly bringing something new for every type of user. Slim design, better display, and performance upgrades will definitely be seen.
But iPhone 17 Air will be only for design lovers – heavy users may be disappointed by the battery. And the discontinuation of the Plus model will be missed by some users, especially in India where people prefer a bigger battery.
If you are planning to get a new iPhone in 2025, then this time the options are quite interesting and clear-cut.
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