Apple has finally launched the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, successors to last year’s iPhone 16 Pro models. The new Pro lineup introduces 6.3-inch (Pro) and 6.9-inch (Pro Max) Super Retina XDR displays with 3,000 nits peak brightness, a powerful A19 Pro 3nm chip, and for the first time on iPhone, triple 48 MP rear cameras with enhanced telephoto capabilities.
Titanium Design and New Internal Architecture
The iPhone 17 Pro series features a Titanium frame with a new brushed aluminum unibody design, offering durability with reduced weight. Apple has integrated a vapor chamber cooling system sealed with deionized water and welded into the chassis, enhancing heat dissipation and maintaining performance during intensive tasks. The devices also debut Ceramic Shield 2, providing 3x improved scratch resistance and better anti-reflective coating for reduced glare.
Apple A19 Pro Chip and N1 Networking
Powered by the A19 Pro 3nm processor, Apple claims this is the fastest CPU in any smartphone, featuring a 6-core CPU, 6-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, and a 16-core Neural Engine. The upgraded architecture improves memory and cache performance over the A18 Pro.
The new N1 networking chip introduces Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread support, boosting performance and reliability for features like AirDrop, Personal Hotspot, and smart home integration.
Triple 48 MP Cameras + 18 MP Selfie
For the first time, the Pro models ship with three 48 MP rear cameras:
- 48 MP Fusion Wide (with second-gen sensor-shift OIS)
- 48 MP Ultra-Wide (120° FoV) with autofocus and macro support
- 48 MP Telephoto (ƒ/2.8) with next-gen tetraprism design
- 18 MP Center Stage sensor for selfies
The telephoto sensor is 56% larger than before, improving low-light detail. Optical zoom now reaches 8x at 200mm, the longest ever on iPhone, with digital zoom extending up to 40x. The front camera gets a major upgrade with an 18 MP Center Stage sensor, the first square-shaped selfie sensor on iPhone, offering wider framing and sharper resolution.
The iPhone 17 Pro offers up to 31 hours of video playback, while the iPhone Pro Max extends to 37 hours – both about 4 hours longer than the iPhone 16 Pro series. The devices can be charged up to 50% in 20 minutes with a 40W USB Type-C adapter, while also supporting Wireless charging MagSafe and Qi2 at up to 25W.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Specifications & Features
- Display & Design: 6.3-inch/6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 120 Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits peak brightness, Titanium + aerospace aluminum, Ceramic Shield 2, IP68 dust and water-resistant rating
- Software: Apple iOS 26
- CPU & GPU: Apple A19 Pro 6-core CPU + 6-core GPU with Neural Accelerators
- Storage: 256 GB/512 GB/1 TB (Pro & Max), 2 TB (Pro Max only)
- Main Camera: Triple Cameras (48 MP OIS main + 48 MP ultra-wide/macro + 48 MP telephoto 8x OIS), 8x optical zoom, 4K Dolby Vision video recording
- Selfie Camera: 18 MP Center Stage sensor
- Connectivity: N1 wireless chip with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread, 5G, dual-frequency GPS, UWB 2
- Battery & Charging: Up to 31 hours (Pro), up to 37 hours (Pro Max), 40W fast charging (USB Type-C), 25W wireless charging (MagSafe/Qi2)
- Colors: Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
The price for the iPhone 17 Pro starts at ₹1,34,900 for 256 GB model, ₹1,54,900 for 512 GB model, and ₹1,74,900 for 1 TB model, while the price for the iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at ₹1,49,900 for 256 GB model, ₹1,69,900 for 512 GB model, ₹1,89,900 for 1 TB model, and ₹2,29,900 for 2 TB model. The smartphones will be available for pre-order from 12th September 2025 at 5:30 PM IST and will go on sale from 19th September 2025 on Apple.com, Apple Store app, and retail stores.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 Pro Max Price In India & Availability
- Price (iPhone 17 Pro): ₹1,34,900 (256 GB), ₹1,54,900 (512 GB), ₹1,74,900 (1 TB)
- Price (iPhone 17 Pro Max): ₹1,49,900 (256 GB), ₹1,69,900 (512 GB), ₹1,89,900 (1 TB), ₹2,29,900 (2 TB)
- Availability: 12th September 2025 at 5:30 PM IST (pre-orders), 19th September 2025 (open sale) on Apple.com, Apple Store app, and retail stores
