iPhone 17 Series: Release Date, Pricing & Key Features (2025)
According to leaks and industry predictions, Apple will likely hold its fall event for the iPhone 17 series around September 10, 2025 (US local time), with sales starting in late September. Production is gearing up, and leaks about the new models are becoming more consistent. Below are the most reliable details on specs, pricing, and design.
Release & Availability
- Event Date: September 10, 2025 (US time). Chinese users can watch the livestream at 1:00 AM Beijing Time on September 11 via Apple’s website.
- Pre-orders: Begin September 12 (one week after the event).
- Global Launch: September 19.
iPhone 17 Lineup
Apple is shaking up its lineup:
- iPhone 17 Air (new ultra-thin model)
- iPhone 17 (standard)
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
The Plus model is gone, replaced by the iPhone 17 Air, which focuses on slim design. Leaked prototypes show a thickness of just 0.22 inches (5.59mm), making it Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever.
Key Upgrades
- 120Hz ProMotion displays for ALL models (a first for non-Pro iPhones).
- iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max: Redesigned camera array with a split-back design—metal top, glass bottom (keeping wireless charging).
Expected Pricing
- iPhone 17: Starts at ~$850 (vs. $799 for iPhone 16).
- iPhone 17 Pro: Starts at ~$1,150.
- iPhone 17 Air: Mid-range, ~$899 (positioned between standard and Pro).
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: Could exceed $1,800 due to potential US manufacturing/tariffs.
Notes:
- Details are based on leaks as of June 2025. Final specs/pricing may vary.
- Prices could shift if Apple moves production to the US or faces tariff changes.
According to leaks and industry predictions, Apple will likely hold its fall event for the iPhone 17 series around September 10, 2025 (US local time), with sales starting in late September. Production is gearing up, and leaks about the new models are becoming more consistent. Below are the most reliable details on specs, pricing, and design.
Release & Availability
- Event Date: September 10, 2025 (US time). Chinese users can watch the livestream at 1:00 AM Beijing Time on September 11 via Apple’s website.
- Pre-orders: Begin September 12 (one week after the event).
- Global Launch: September 19.
iPhone 17 Lineup
Apple is shaking up its lineup:
- iPhone 17 Air (new ultra-thin model)
- iPhone 17 (standard)
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
The Plus model is gone, replaced by the iPhone 17 Air, which focuses on slim design. Leaked prototypes show a thickness of just 0.22 inches (5.59mm), making it Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever.
Key Upgrades
- 120Hz ProMotion displays for ALL models (a first for non-Pro iPhones).
- iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max: Redesigned camera array with a split-back design—metal top, glass bottom (keeping wireless charging).
Expected Pricing
- iPhone 17: Starts at ~$850 (vs. $799 for iPhone 16).
- iPhone 17 Pro: Starts at ~$1,150.
- iPhone 17 Air: Mid-range, ~$899 (positioned between standard and Pro).
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: Could exceed $1,800 due to potential US manufacturing/tariffs.
Notes:
- Details are based on leaks as of June 2025. Final specs/pricing may vary.
- Prices could shift if Apple moves production to the US or faces tariff changes.
