When is iPhone 17 coming out? Check release date, pre orders and price

Apple fans are filled with a plethora of excitement as the company is expected to launch the next iPhone on September 9, 2025 ( Tuesday) in its annual release event. The American tech giant has dubbed the event "Awe Dropping" in 2025.

During the event, new tech and software will be shared with the general public. The iPhone 17 is also expected to be unveiled along with other new gadgets and features. According to MacRumors, Apple is most likely to eliminate the "Plus" model and replace it with the ultra-thin iPhone.

Apple iPhone design and color?

In terms of design, the ‌iPhone 17‌ is likely to resemble the iPhone 16, but the company is expected to increase the display size. Instead of 6.1 inches, it will likely be 6.3 inches which is similar to the iPhone 16 Pro, MacRumors reported. There will be a single 6.3-inch standard ‌iPhone 17‌ this year. The standard ‌iPhone 17‌ models could come in black, white, steel gray, green, purple, and light blue if rumors are correct.

iPhone launch date and pricing

As far as Apple iPhone launch date is concerned, it is set to be introduced at the "Awe Dropping" event that kicks off at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, September 9. If the tech giant decides to follow the same path as in the past, pre-orders could take place on Friday, September 12 with a launch to follow on Friday, September 19, 2025, according to MacRumors.

Besides design, color and camera, rumors around the pricing of iPhone 17 are also doing the rounds. So far analysts have suggested Apple might raise prices. If this turns out to be true , the base ‌iPhone 17 ‌ could possibly be available at $850 instead of $799, but it continues to be unclear if there will indeed be a price hike. Apple could increase prices for the Air and Pro models while keeping the standard ‌iPhone 17‌ at $799.