Apple has officially rolled out the iPhone 17 in India, complete with a sleeker design, a larger display that stretches nearly edge to edge, snappier performance, and sharper, more versatile cameras. You can get the device in lavender, mist blue, sage, white, or black, with either 256GB or 512GB of storage. The base model starts at ₹82,900, and if you want the 512GB version, it’ll set you back ₹1,02,900. You can place your pre-order starting September 12 at 5:30 PM IST, and the phone hits store shelves on September 19.
Refined Design, Bigger Display, and Improved Durability
The iPhone 17 may resemble the iPhone 16 at first glance, but Apple has given it a tougher body and upgraded the front glass to Ceramic Shield 2, which resists scratches up to three times better. The display features a seven-layer anti-reflective coating that cuts glare, plus a matte back that keeps fingerprints at bay. The dual-camera setup still runs vertically, and the gently rounded corners make it feel easier to grip.
The phone now sports a bigger 6.3-inch display with ProMotion, shifting its refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz for smoother scrolling and improved battery life. It can hit an outdoor brightness of 3,000 nits—bright enough to make text pop even under a blazing midday sun—the highest ever on an iPhone.
iPhone 17: Performance, Cameras, and Battery Life Upgrades
The iPhone 17 runs on Apple’s new A19 chip, built on a 3nm process and packed with a 6-core CPU plus a 5-core GPU, giving it a serious boost—you’ll notice apps launch almost instantly.The rear dual-fusion camera packs a 48MP sensor that blends main and telephoto duties, giving you crisp shots at 13mm, 26mm, and 52mm—whether it’s a sweeping skyline or a close-up of raindrops on glass. Up front, a new 18MP sensor handles Center Stage and keeps video steady, even when you’re walking down a busy street.
Battery life now lasts up to eight hours longer for video playback than the iPhone 16, and a quick 10-minute top-up can keep you streaming through an entire evening movie. Storage starts at 256GB, giving you plenty of room for your apps, photos, and even that hour-long vacation video.
