iPhone 17 — Closer to Pro

Price: $799

Summary

The iPhone 17 brings several pro-level features to the base model: a 6.3-inch ProMotion 120Hz display with 3,000 nits peak brightness, Ceramic Shield 2 for better scratch resistance, an 18MP Center Stage front camera that auto-rotates and supports Dual Capture, and dual 48MP Fusion rear cameras. It runs on Apple’s A19 chip (non‑Pro variant), delivers all-day battery life, and boosts MagSafe charging to 25W.

Key upgrades

• 120Hz ProMotion display (6.3″)
• 18MP Center Stage front camera with Dual Capture
• Two 48MP Fusion rear cameras
• Ceramic Shield 2 and new color options
• A19 chip with Neural Accelerators on GPU cores
• MagSafe up to 25W

Verdict

For most users, the iPhone 17 is the best value: it brings the year’s most notable features to the base model without the premium price of the Pro variants. If you want extra zoom or ProRAW/ProRes, consider the 17 Pro/Pro Max.

Buy/search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=iPhone+17&tag=f1rede-20

Notes: This post summarizes hands-on impressions highlighting display, camera (Center Stage), performance, battery, and iOS 26 experience.