iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Pro Max Get Camera Boost, Price May Rise
iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may come with 48MP zoom lens and new body design. Apple’s next big iPhone reveal expected in September 2025.
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Apple is on track to reveal its next-generation smartphone series in September 2025, featuring a fresh addition to the lineup—the iPhone 17 Air, replacing the previous Plus model. Industry sources indicate that the event is likely to take place around September 9, though an official confirmation is yet to come.
This year’s iPhone 17 lineup is expected to include the base iPhone 17, the lightweight iPhone 17 Air, and the premium iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models. The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly serve as a slimmer and more compact version, differing from the traditional Plus variant.
Leaked renders suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will sport a redesigned chassis. Notable changes include a repositioned Apple logo, now likely embedded within a new glass segment toward the lower part of the rear panel. The MagSafe magnetic ring also appears to have undergone structural changes.
The updated models may incorporate an aluminum frame inspired by the iPad Pro's design, along with a reworked rear camera module. Apple is expected to embed a glass panel beneath the camera system to support wireless charging within the metal frame.
The iPhone 17 series will reportedly feature a major leap in front camera resolution, shifting from the previous 12MP to a new 24MP sensor. This information was backed by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo earlier this year.
For the rear camera, the Pro models could adopt a horizontal triple-lens configuration, according to analyst Jeff Pu. This includes a 48MP telephoto lens capable of delivering up to 3.5x optical zoom—marking a notable shift in Apple’s imaging strategy.
Price leaks suggest Apple may follow a familiar pricing structure, with minor adjustments possible. The standard iPhone 17 could be introduced at Rs 89,900, while the new iPhone 17 Air may retail for around Rs 99,900.
High-end users can expect the iPhone 17 Pro to cost approximately Rs 1,39,900 and the Pro Max version to reach Rs 1,64,900. Market observers note that final prices could fluctuate slightly based on region and component costs.
As anticipation builds ahead of Apple’s September event, competitors and consumers alike are closely monitoring potential feature changes and pricing strategies.
