Apple has officially launched its next-generation iPhone 17 lineup, featuring four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. With sleek designs, powerful cameras, and the new A19 chipset, the series is set to redefine the smartphone experience worldwide- including India, one of Apple’s fastest-growing markets.
iPhone 17 Models and Prices (India)
Apple has revealed the official India pricing, making the iPhone 17 series more competitive for premium buyers:
iPhone 17 price in India:
- iPhone 17 256GB: ₹82,900
- iPhone 17 512GB: ₹1,02,900
iPhone Air price in India:
- iPhone Air 256GB: ₹1,19,900
- iPhone Air 512 GB: ₹1,39,900
- iPhone Air 1TB: ₹1,59,900
iPhone 17 Pro price in India
- iPhone 17 Pro 256GB: ₹1,34,900
- iPhone 17 Pro 512GB: ₹1,54,900
- iPhone 17 Pro 1TB: ₹1,74,900
iPhone 17 Pro Max price in India:
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB: ₹1,49,900
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 512GB: ₹1,69,900
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 1TB: ₹1,89,900
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB: ₹2,29,900
Pre-orders in India open on September 13, with availability at Apple Store Online and authorized resellers from September 20, 2025.
Sleeker Designs and Bold Colors
Apple has introduced fresh color palettes across the lineup.
- iPhone 17 comes in Black, Lavender, Mist Blue, Sage, and White.
- iPhone 17 Air, Apple’s thinnest phone ever at just 5.6mm, is crafted with aerospace-grade titanium and comes in Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, and Sky Blue.
- The Pro models feature a new horizontal “camera plateau” design, premium materials, and advanced cooling for heavy users.
Display Upgrades
- iPhone 17 now gets a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with 120Hz ProMotion, making it the smoothest base model iPhone yet.
- Peak brightness reaches an impressive 3,000 nits, and Apple’s new Ceramic Shield 2 ensures durability.
- The Air model is ultra-thin but doesn’t compromise on performance, while the Pro models boast even brighter displays and improved heat management.
Cameras: A Big Leap Forward
Apple has doubled down on photography and video features:
- iPhone 17 features dual 48MP Fusion cameras (Main + Ultra-Wide), delivering sharp detail and macro shots.
- iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max offer triple 48MP Fusion cameras with up to 8x optical zoom—the best ever on an iPhone.
- The front camera now has an 18MP square sensor with AI framing for perfect selfies in both portrait and landscape modes, plus simultaneous front-and-back Dual Capture video.
Performance and Battery
- Powered by the A19 chip (standard) and A19 Pro (Pro models), the series delivers unmatched speed and efficiency.
- The new N1 connectivity chip supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, future-proofing wireless performance.
- Battery life has improved significantly:
- iPhone 17 Air – up to 27 hours of video playback.
- iPhone 17 – up to 30 hours, with fast charging (50% in ~20 minutes).
- Pro models – the longest battery life in any iPhone to date.
The iPhone 17 series offers something for every premium user – from the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air to the powerhouse Pro Max. With better displays, next-gen cameras, and stronger 5G performance, Apple is clearly positioning the iPhone 17 lineup as the ultimate smartphone upgrade for its consumers in 2025.