As the tech world anticipates Apple's "Awe Dropping" event on September 9, 2025, speculation is rife regarding the pricing of the upcoming iPhone 17 series in India and the US. Several sources have offered predictions, with potential variations across different models and regions.
Potential Pricing in the US:
- iPhone 17: The base model is expected to maintain its current price of $799.
- iPhone 17 Air: Replacing the Plus model, the iPhone 17 Air could be priced between $899 and $949. However, some reports suggest a higher price of $1,099, potentially with 256GB of storage.
- iPhone 17 Pro: Estimates vary, with some suggesting a price of $1,099, while others indicate a potential increase to $1,199. The higher price may be associated with a base storage of 256GB.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: The price is expected to remain around $1,199, although some reports suggest it could increase to $1,299 or even $2,300.
Potential Pricing in India:
- iPhone 17: The starting price is anticipated to be around Rs. 79,900. However, some analysts predict a potential increase to Rs. 86,000, citing the rupee's depreciation against the US dollar.
- iPhone 17 Air: The price could be around Rs. 89,900 or Rs 99,990.
- iPhone 17 Pro: The price may increase to around Rs 1,30,000, reflecting the potential price rise in the US.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: The price is expected to remain relatively stable, around Rs 1,64,900.
Factors Influencing Price:
- Currency fluctuations: The rupee's value against the US dollar could influence prices in India.
- Tariffs: Tariffs could impact Apple's product pricing.
- Storage: Changes in base storage options could affect the starting price of certain models.
- New features and upgrades: Significant design and hardware upgrades could justify higher prices.
iPhone 17 Series: Expected Features and Design
The iPhone 17 series is rumored to include the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
- Design: A significant redesign is expected, particularly with the iPhone 17 Air, which may be ultra-thin at 5.5mm. The iPhone 17 Air may feature a single 48MP rear camera. The Pro models are expected to have a redesigned camera arrangement with a larger triple-lens setup.
- Display: All models may feature 120Hz ProMotion OLED displays. The iPhone 17 Pro models could have brighter displays.
- Camera: Upgrades are expected across the lineup, including a 24MP front-facing camera. The iPhone 17 Pro may feature a 48MP telephoto lens with up to 8x optical zoom.
- Performance: The series is expected to be powered by the A19 chip. A vapor chamber cooling system may be included to combat overheating.
Release Date
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series on September 9, 2025. Pre-orders may begin on September 12, with the release date on September 19.
