Apple iPhone 17 — Key specs, price & availability
Apple has officially announced the iPhone 17. Here’s a concise breakdown of the headline features, availability and what’s new compared with the iPhone 16.
Quick summary
- Display: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR with ProMotion (adaptive up to 120Hz), Always-On, peak brightness 3,000 nits
- Chip: A19 (3nm) with 16-core Neural Engine and 5-core GPU
- Cameras: Dual Fusion rear system — 48MP main (with integrated 2x optical-quality) + 48MP Ultra Wide; 18MP front camera with improved stabilization and Center Stage
- Storage: Base storage doubled to 256GB
- Battery: Apple claims up to 30 hours video playback; faster charging to 50% in ~20 minutes (with a capable USB-C adapter)
- Price & availability: Starts at $799. Preorders Sep 12, on sale Sep 19.
Design & durability
The iPhone 17 has slightly revised dimensions (6.24 oz / 177 g), thinner bezels and Ceramic Shield 2 for improved scratch resistance. New colors: black, lavender, mist blue, sage and white.
Camera & imaging features
Apple calls the rear setup Dual Fusion — merging data from both 48MP lenses to boost detail. The front camera has a larger, square sensor allowing landscape selfies without rotating the phone and supports 4K HDR video and Dual Capture (front + rear recording).
Software & connectivity
The iPhone 17 runs iOS 26 with Apple’s Liquid Glass design language, expanded Visual Intelligence features (similar to Google Lens), live translation in Phone/FaceTime/Messages, and Wi‑Fi 7 + Bluetooth 6 via Apple’s N1 networking chip.
Accessories
New MagSafe-compatible cases and a crossbody strap (made with 100% recycled yarns). Apple is also selling a 40W Dynamic Power Adapter (60W max) to enable faster charging.
Where to learn more or buy
Official Apple page: Apple iPhone 17
Amazon (search results): iPhone 17 on Amazon
Thoughts
The iPhone 17 brings a larger display, stronger chip for on-device AI, improved brightness and cameras while keeping a dual-lens rear system. Price remains $799 — with base storage doubled to 256GB. Is the bigger screen and focus on AI worth the upgrade for you?
Preorders start Sep 12; store release Sep 19.