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iPhone 17 Pro in September 2025, with aluminum unibody finishes and build quality that is premium and attractive.
Switched to the next-gen A19 Pro chip with 12GB RAM for smoother multitasking and AI enhancements.
The camera gets an upgrade with a 48MP periscope lens and an 8x zoom setting, perfect for the hobbyist photographer.
Apple's Pro iPhones remain the gold standard in premium smartphones. September 2024 is the launch of iPhone 16 Pro; now all eyes will be on iPhone 17 Pro. It is scheduled for a September 2025 launch, but it will be far from the usual. Let's find out the new and changing aspects and those that remain the same.
The launch date of iPhone 16 Pro was on September 20, 2024, just days after Apple Insider's fall event. As for inside news, the iPhone 17 Pro is to be launched on September 8-10, 2025, with preorders immediately following and shipping one week later. Nothing has pointed to a deviation from this September window for a long time.
Pricing-wise, Apple has set the $1,049 starting price for the iPhone 17 Pro, starting at $999 in the U.S. and Rs. 119,900 in India. Due to taxes and configurations, the price in the Indian market will oscillate somewhere between Rs. 124,900 and Rs. 145,990. With the price rise, one can expect enhancements to chipsets, cameras, and computing.
The iPhone 16 Pro has a titanium frame with exquisite lines, a 6.3-inch screen, and subtle curves. As per rumors, iPhone 17 Pro will replace this with an aluminum and glass unibody for further durability and lightness.
The back panel is half-metal, half-glass to allow wireless charging and reduce damage during drops. Instead of a very geometric triangle layout, a rectangular design for the rear camera bar could provide the much-needed modern touch while forging its style with the competitors. Colors could be deep blue and copper orange, a fresh palette for 2025.
iPhone 16 Pro sports a ProMotion Super Retina XDR OLED display, guarded by Ceramic Shield. The iPhone 17 Pro retains the 6.3-inch size but sports a more constricted Dynamic Island for greater real estate.
Apple could offer a "super-hard" non-reflective coating to prevent scratches and reflectance. Vapor chamber cooling may prevent overheating during heavy use cases like gaming or video recording.
The A18 Pro powers the iPhone 16 Pro with 8GB RAM. The upcoming iPhone 17 Pro will launch with the A19 Pro clocked at 3 nm, making it faster and more energy efficient. Apple could consider upgrading the RAM to 12GB for enhanced multitasking and AI task performance. Battery-wise, silicon-carbon cells should increase energy density and longevity; charging-wise, we have Qi2.2 magnetic wireless charging support.
The 16 Pro offers a 48MP primary, a 48MP ultra-wide, and a 12MP 5x telephoto lens. The iPhone 17 Pro may offer a 48MP periscope lens with up to 8x optical zoom, which would be a big leap for long-range photo detail. All three rear lenses might be 48MP, optimized for 3D capture by Apple Vision Pro.
For the front camera, there will be a jump from 12MP to 24MP for better selfies and video calls. Dual-camera recording, a new pro camera app, and variable aperture may also be introduced for more control and depth effects.
Both models run on iOS 18; however, iPhone 17 Pro will leverage Apple Intelligence with advanced on-device AI capabilities and real-time contextual suggestions. Wi-Fi 7 and 5G mmWave have been cemented, and the custom Apple modem may enhance speed and signal reliability. The under-display of the Face ID was even rumored at some point, but it may have been postponed until 2026.
The iPhone 16 Pro is still mighty and has excellent cameras, batteries, and software features. Hence, the iPhone 17 Pro would be worth waiting for for those with anything older. The iPhone 17 Pro promises a lighter build, better zoom, better battery, and AI upgrades to make it worthy of the future. Camera and performance improvements may tempt enthusiasts and professionals to wait.
Among Apple's most exciting releases is the iPhone 17 Pro. An iPhone 16 Pro still very much stands, but quite a few innovations, ranging from a 48MP zoom to a slimmer design and better AI tools, are worthy of the upgrade. For capturing pictures, productivity, or just being in the now, the iPhone 17 Pro is probably worth all the anticipation.
