Updated: 26 August 2025 la 03:24. Articolul a fost revizuit pentru a reflecta informațiile disponibile la această dată.
Apple launched the iPhone 17 series in September 2025, bringing major innovations in design, cameras and AI. According to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman:
“iPhone 17 redefines performance and design, bringing advanced AI features and professional-grade cameras.”
The series includes four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, each tailored to a different type of user.
Launch date and availability
- Official event: September 9, 2025
- Pre-orders: September 12, 2025
- In-store availability: September 19, 2025
The models will initially be available in the United States, Europe and Asia, followed by a broader rollout.
Models and design: detailed descriptions
iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 is the base model, with a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, an A19 Bionic chipset, 8GB of RAM, a 48+12MP dual-camera system and a 24MP front camera. It has an aluminium-and-glass body and comes in black, white, blue and green. Preliminary tests indicate that it can record 4K video without any loss of performance.
iPhone 17 Air
The slim and lightweight version, with a 6.6-inch OLED display, an A19 chipset, 8GB of RAM and a single 48MP camera. It has a lightweight aluminium-and-glass body and comes in pastel colours: pink, lavender and mint green. According to Tech Advisor:
“The iPhone 17 Air represents the perfect balance between portability and performance.”
iPhone 17 Pro
A premium model with a 6.3-inch OLED ProMotion display, an A19 Pro chipset, 12GB of RAM, a 48+48+48MP triple-camera system and 8K video recording. It has a titanium-and-glass body and comes in black titanium, blue and orange. Tom’s Guide hands-on testing confirms excellent performance in gaming and photography.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
The top-of-the-range model, with a 6.9-inch OLED ProMotion display, an A19 Pro chipset, 12GB of RAM, a 48MP triple-camera system with Tetraprism, and 8K video. It has a large battery, a titanium-and-glass body, and comes in black titanium and orange. Experts say:
“The Pro Max raises the bar for premium smartphones.”
iPhone 17 specifications table
| Feature | iPhone 17 | iPhone 17 Air | iPhone 17 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED | 6.6-inch OLED | 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED | 6.9-inch 120Hz OLED |
| Chipset | A19 Bionic | A19 Bionic | A19 Pro | A19 Pro |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | 12GB | 12GB |
| Main camera | 48+12MP dual | 48MP | 48+48+48MP triple | 48+48+48MP triple with Tetraprism |
| Front camera | 24MP | 24MP | 24MP | 24MP |
| Materials | Aluminium + glass | Aluminium + glass | Titanium + glass | Titanium + glass |
| Available colours | Black, White, Blue, Green | Pink, Lavender, Mint Green | Black Titanium, Blue, Orange | Black Titanium, Orange |
| Video | 4K | 4K | 8K | 8K |
| Battery | 18-hour battery life | 17-hour battery life | 19-hour battery life | 20-hour battery life |
| Charging | 25W wireless | 25W wireless | 25W wireless | 25W wireless |
| Cooling system | Standard | Standard | Vapour | Vapour |
| OS | iOS 26 | iOS 26 | iOS 26 | iOS 26 |
iOS 26 and AI features
All models run iOS 26 with smart widgets, improved multitasking, AR/VR integration and Siri Gemini AI. The Pro models have a vapour cooling system for optimal performance in gaming and demanding applications.
Estimated pricing
- iPhone 17: $849
- iPhone 17 Air: $749
- iPhone 17 Pro: $1,099
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: $1,199
In Romania, prices and availability will be announced after the official launch.
The iPhone 17 series combines elegant design, AI performance, professional-grade cameras and extended battery life. From the lightweight, portable Air model to the Pro Max, which redefines the standards for premium smartphones, Apple once again demonstrates its commitment to innovation and a top-tier experience.
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