Review roundup: iPhone 17 lineup, iPhone Air, AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11 & more
Last week’s Apple event unleashed a wave of new hardware. We tested the iPhone 17 family (including the new iPhone Air), AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11, plus reviews of a premium Chromebook and Tamagotchi Paradise. Below are concise takeaways and links for more info.
Apple iPhone Air
Apple replaced the iPhone 16 Plus with the ultra-thin iPhone Air. It prioritizes sleekness without massively sacrificing battery life — and may preview Apple’s foldable strategy.
Official page: iPhone Air — Apple
Apple iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 brings a 120Hz display and noticeable camera upgrades, making it a worthwhile update even from iPhone 16 for many users.
Official page: iPhone 17 — Apple
Apple iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max
Pro models keep their camera edge and add better thermal management, an aluminum unibody and an optional 6.9-inch display. The line blurs the definition of what ‘Pro’ means.
Official announcement: Apple Newsroom: iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max
AirPods Pro 3
More than improved ANC and sound, the AirPods Pro 3 add Live Translation and heart-rate tracking — plus more features likely coming as Apple continues to exploit the H2 chip.
Find/Search: AirPods Pro 3 on Amazon
Apple Watch Series 11
The Series 11 improves design, battery life and health monitoring, but many users will still find the Watch SE 3 offers strong value.
Find/Search: Apple Watch Series 11 on Amazon
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 514 offers strong performance and long battery life but at a premium price (around $700). It’s compelling if you need extra power on Chrome OS.
Find/Search: Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 on Amazon
Tamagotchi Paradise
Tamagotchi Paradise is richer than last year’s Uni at launch and offers plenty of charm if you enjoy evolving virtual pets and accepting lots of change.
Find/Search: Tamagotchi Paradise on Amazon
Note: This roundup summarizes recent reviews and product launches. For full in-depth reviews, consult official product pages linked above.