Recap: Apple iPhone 17 event — is iPhone Air all style?
We’ve digested Apple’s iPhone 17 event and this bonus episode breaks down the headlines: a new design-forward iPhone Air, the base iPhone 17, and the high-end iPhone 17 Pro. Below is a concise summary, context, and links for more info.
Quick take
- iPhone Air: Introduced as a stylish, mid-tier option that emphasizes design and looks. It sits between the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro in price and features.
- iPhone 17: Focuses on display and camera improvements with a new Super Retina XDR display, upgraded camera sensors, and base storage increases.
- iPhone 17 Pro: The pro model retains the best camera hardware and battery life tradeoffs for power users.
Key differences
- Design: iPhone Air is thinner/sleeker, aimed at buyers who care about looks.
- Cameras: iPhone 17 Pro keeps the multi-camera advantage; Air offers capable cameras but isn’t positioned as the top imaging device.
- Battery: Reports suggest the 17 Pro still leads on battery life compared with the style-first Air.
- Price: iPhone 17 starts around $799, iPhone Air around $999, and iPhone 17 Pro from $1099 (prices announced during the event).
Listen / Credits
Hosts: Devindra Hardawar
Guest: Nathan Ingraham
Producer: Ben Ellman
Music: Dale North
Where to read more
- Official Apple newsroom: Apple: iPhone 17
- Event coverage & analysis: TechRadar coverage, Business Insider roundup
- Shop/search on Amazon: iPhone 17 search (Amazon affiliate) • iPhone Air search (Amazon affiliate)
Discussion
Is Air’s style enough to win you over, or would you stick with the 17 Pro for better cameras and battery? Leave a comment below and tell us which you’d choose and why.
Original recap was covered in multiple outlets after Apple’s event. This post removes any direct RSS links to third-party site feeds and links to official and reliable coverage instead.