Apple Unveils iPhone 17 Lineup with Advanced Cameras and Tougher Glass

Apple has unveiled four new iPhone models, including the basic iPhone 17, the superthin Air, the high-end 17 Pro, and the supersized 17 Pro Max. The new iPhones feature Apple's latest in-house silicon, advanced cameras, and tougher outer glass. Starting prices are mostly in line with last year's versions, with the iPhone 17 Pro now starting at $1,099. The new iPhones will be available on September 19, with preorders starting on September 12.

Apple has announced four new iPhone models, including the basic iPhone 17, the superthin iPhone Air, the high-end iPhone 17 Pro, and the supersized iPhone 17 Pro Max. These new devices feature Apple's latest in-house silicon, advanced cameras, and tougher outer glass. Starting prices are mostly in line with last year's versions, with the iPhone 17 Pro now starting at $1,099. The new iPhones will be available on September 19, with preorders starting on September 12.

The iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models are equipped with expansive 6.9-inch and 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR displays, respectively, both supporting a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate and incorporating a new anti-reflective coating. Under the hood, these models are powered by the Apple A19 Pro chip, paired with 12 GB of RAM and multiple storage options starting at 256 GB. The 17 Pro Max introduces a maxed-out 2 TB option for the first time ever iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

The camera system in the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max is shaping up to be impressive, featuring a 48 MP main sensor, a 48 MP ultra-wide lens, a new 48 MP telephoto lens with 4x–8x optical zoom, and an 18 MP selfie camera with advanced features. The Pro duo allows users to record video from their rear and selfie cameras simultaneously iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max offer a wide range of storage options, allowing users to choose the capacity that best fits their needs, from 256GB up to 1TB for the Pro and up to 2TB for the Pro Max. Higher storage options provide ample space for large photo and video libraries, apps, games, and AI-driven features without worrying about running out of room iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

Both iPhone 17 Pro models look quite different from their predecessors, featuring a raised "plateau" (camera island) on the back and a brushed aluminum unibody made from lightweight aerospace-grade 7000-series aluminum. The new camera island creates extra space for internal components, allowing for a larger battery. Antennas are built into the device's perimeter, delivering the most advanced and highest-performing antenna system Apple has implemented in an iPhone iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max offer faster charging, reaching 50% battery in just 20 minutes when used with a high-wattage USB-C adapter like Apple's new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to house a ~4,823–5,088 mAh battery, while the Pro Max could pack a ~5,088mAh cell, if eSIM-only variants are bought iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

The new iPhones will run iOS 26, which introduces a refreshed design with Liquid Glass, making apps and system experiences more visually engaging while maintaining a familiar interface. Apple Intelligence adds on-device Live Translation and enhanced visual intelligence, allowing users to interact with text and screenshots more efficiently, even offline. The update also includes new tools to manage calls and messages, along with improvements across CarPlay, Apple Music, Maps, Wallet, and the new Apple Games app iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1].

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iPhone 17 Pro Max release date, price and features^[1] https://www.phonearena.com/iphone-17-pro-max-release-date-price-features-news