Apple traditionally announces new iPhones during the second week of September, usually on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday:
- iPhone 16: Monday, September 9, 2024
- iPhone 15: Tuesday, September 5, 2023
- iPhone 14: Wednesday, September 7, 2022
- iPhone 13: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Predicted iPhone 17 announcement date: Between September 8 and September 10, 2025
Expected pre-orders: Friday, September 12, 2025
Retail availability: Friday, September 19, 2025
iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, Pro & Pro Max India Prices (Expected)
Initial estimates suggest the following iPhone 17 India pricing:
- iPhone 17: ₹79,999 (approx.)
- iPhone 17 Air: ₹89,999 (approx.)
- iPhone 17 Pro: ₹1,39,900 (approx.)
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: ₹1,64,900 (approx.)
A general price hike is expected due to increased production costs and the adoption of more expensive hardware components.
iPhone 17 Series Camera Specs and Upgrades
All four iPhones in the 17 lineup are rumored to feature a new 24MP front camera, enhancing selfie and video call quality.
- iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: May feature a 48MP telephoto lens upgrade, with the main and ultra-wide cameras expected to stay similar to the previous generation.
- iPhone 17 Air: Apart from performance, the standout feature is its extremely thin design, reportedly between 5mm and 6mm (excluding the camera bump).
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iPhone 17 & iPhone 17 Air Display Sizes
According to a GSMArena report, Spigen briefly listed its EZ Fit Tempered Glass for both the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro on Amazon India. While quickly removed, it strongly hints at:
- iPhone 17 & 17 Pro: 6.3-inch displays, up from 6.12-inch in iPhone 16
- iPhone 17 Air: Rumored to feature a larger 6.6-inch screen with 1260 x 2740 resolution
These findings align with predictions from trusted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and discoveries in the iOS 26 beta 2 update.
What’s New: iPhone 17 Air Replaces Plus Model
The iPhone 17 Air will be a new addition and not a direct replacement for the outgoing Plus variant. It brings a completely new form factor, focusing on being slimmer and lighter while possibly offering a bigger display making it a standout in the lineup.
Final Thoughts
The upcoming iPhone 17 series is shaping up to be one of the biggest iPhone launches in recent years, thanks to new models, redesigned hardware, and camera enhancements. As we approach September, more leaks and confirmations will surface but as it stands, Apple fans in India have a lot to look forward to.