iPhone 17 Pro Max To iPhone 17 price in US revealed: Apple’s first in-house wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip to debut?

The much-awaited Apple's 'Awe dropping' event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, September 9 where its highly anticipated iPhone 17 series could be unveiled alongside new versions of the Apple Watch, updated AirPods, and a range of accessories. Apple users can't seem to contain their excitement as the tech giant is expected to release its next iPhone tomorrow.

On Tuesday, Apple is hosting its annual release event, this year dubbed, "Awe Dropping," in which new tech and software are shared with the general public. The California-based company is expected to release four variants of the upcoming series, viz., iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air and the basic iPhone 17 option.

According to Apple news outlet MacRumors, the iPhone 17 is expected to be similar in size and function to the iPhone 16. The new smartphone is expected to feature Apple's first custom-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip. Media experts also think the iPhone 17 will get an upgraded 24-megapixel front-facing camera, in comparison to the iPhone 16's 12-megapixel front-facing camera, reports USA Today.

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When is iPhone 17 releasing in US?

If Apple decides to follow the same schedule as it did in the previous years, the the new iPhone 17 can be expected to release on Friday, September 19, with pre-orders opening on Friday, September 12. Here's a look at when new iPhones were announced and then released for pre-order and general public purchase over the past two years, as outlined by Apple news outlet 9To5Mac.

2024

iPhone 16 announced on Monday, Sept. 9

Pre-order opened on Friday, Sept. 13

Released on Friday, Sept. 20

2023

iPhone 15 announced on Tuesday, Sept. 12

Pre-order opened on Friday, Sept. 15

Released on Friday, Sept. 22

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air, and iPhone 17: Price in US

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: The Apple 18 Pro will price priced at $1,499 in USA, CAD 2,117, AED 5,633 in Dubai and 1,133 Pounds in UK.

iPhone 17 Pro Max: Will be up for grabs at $1,999 in USA, 1,385 Pounds in UK, and CAD 2,587 in Canada.

iPhone 17 Air: To be priced at $1,133 in USA, CAD 1,568 in Canada, and 840 Pounds in UK.

iPhone 17: To be priced at AED 3,755 in Dubai, $899 in USA, 755 Pound in USA, and CAD 1,411 in Canada.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air, and iPhone 17: Design, colours, specifications and camera

Apple is likely to launch a redesigned iPhone for the first time in five years. The iPhone Air could signal a fresh artistic direction for the brand, taking inspiration from its highly successful MacBook Air and iPad Air.

Reports suggest that Apple iPhone 17 Air is likely to replace the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge as the thinnest phone in the market. It may get a pixel-like sensor island at the back and a super thin chassis. It will have the same A19 processor as the iPhone 17. It will also have a standard USB-C port, ProMotion support and a 6.6-inch screen.

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Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature advanced camera capabilities, potentially including improved low-light performance and enhanced zoom functionality.

As per various leaks, the iPhone 17 could look more eye-catching than ever with two fresh colours -- green and purple, being considered for the new series. Last year's iPhone 16 was released in five 'vibrant' colours - black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine, which is a deep blue.

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are expected to feature the powerful Apple A19 Pro chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM for top-tier performance. Meanwhile, the standard models are likely to come with the Apple A19 processor and 8GB of RAM. All four models will run on iOS 26 and include a 24MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

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For photography, the Pro variants will be equipped with a triple 48MP camera setup, while the Air model will sport a single 48MP rear sensor. As for the iPhone 17, reports suggest it will retain the same camera configuration as its predecessor.

According to the leak, as cited in a report by Forbes, the iPhone 17 Pro Max battery could be as big as around 5,000mAh, which is bigger than the current biggest iPhone battery, in the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which measures 4,676mAh.

The new Pro model might feature advanced OLED panels capable of higher brightness levels whilst not straining the battery. This feature may help creators wh use the 4K video recording at 60 frames per second feature.