iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: A New Era of Design
Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, marking one of the biggest upgrades in the iPhone lineup. With a redesigned aluminium unibody and a laser-welded vapor chamber, the devices deliver improved thermal efficiency, allowing for higher sustained performance and better battery life.
The plateau design at the back creates room for a larger battery while also strengthening durability. Available in Deep Blue, Cosmic Orange, and Silver, these models redefine what premium smartphones should look like.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Stunning Displays with Ceramic Shield 2
Both the 6.3-inch iPhone 17 Pro and the 6.9-inch iPhone 17 Pro Max feature a Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion up to 120Hz. Apple has boosted brightness levels to an impressive 3000 nits outdoors, making it the brightest iPhone screen ever.
Durability has also taken a leap with Ceramic Shield 2 on the front and, for the first time, on the back. This new glass technology offers 3x better scratch resistance and 4x improved crack resistance compared to previous generations.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Powering Up with A19 Pro Chip
At the heart of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max lies the A19 Pro chip, the most powerful iPhone processor yet. With a 6-core CPU and 6-core GPU, paired with a 16-core Neural Engine, it brings:
- Up to 40% better sustained performance
- Hardware-accelerated ray tracing for console-quality gaming
- Advanced AI capabilities powered by Apple Intelligence
- Support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread via the new N1 wireless chip
This makes the new Pro models ideal for gamers, video editors, and creators who demand raw power and efficiency.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Pro-Level Camera System
The camera upgrades on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are game-changing. The triple 48MP Fusion system includes:
- Main Camera: Larger sensor for sharper, low-light shots.
- Ultra-Wide Camera: Enhanced detail and wider field of view.
- Telephoto Camera: New tetraprism lens with 4x zoom at 100mm and 8x zoom at 200mm, the longest ever on iPhone.
The 18MP Center Stage front camera introduces AI-powered framing, automatically adjusting to fit groups into selfies or video calls. It also supports Dual Capture, letting users record simultaneously with the front and rear cameras.
Video enthusiasts will love features such as ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, Dolby Vision HDR, and genlock support, giving professional filmmakers and content creators more flexibility than ever.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Battery and Charging
Thanks to the redesigned unibody and the efficiency of the A19 Pro chip, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers the longest battery life ever in an iPhone. Both models support fast charging up to 50% in 20 minutes when paired with Apple’s new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Powered by iOS 26
Running on iOS 26, the new Pro models gain deeper integration with Apple Intelligence, enabling features like:
- Live Translation across multiple languages.
- Visual intelligence to act on screenshots or images instantly.
- Improved CarPlay, Maps, Music, and Wallet apps.
- Apple Games app, a dedicated hub for gaming.
The new Liquid Glass design in iOS 26 also refreshes the user interface, making it more modern and expressive.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Pricing and Availability
- iPhone 17 Pro starts at ₹1,34,900 with 256GB base storage.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at ₹1,49,900, with storage options up to 2TB.
📅 Pre-orders begin on September 12, 2025, and availability starts on September 19, 2025, in India and over 60 other countries.
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max: Accessories and Eco-Friendly Build
Apple also announced new TechWoven, Silicone, and Clear MagSafe cases, alongside a Crossbody Strap for hands-free use. In line with Apple’s 2030 sustainability goal, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max use 30% recycled materials, including 100% recycled cobalt in batteries and recycled gold in circuit boards.
- Source : apple
