New Delhi, September 10, 2025 – Apple’s highly anticipated “Awe-Dropping” event has officially introduced the iPhone 17 lineup, which includes the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. This launch not only brings major design and performance upgrades but also marks the first time an iPhone in India has crossed the ₹2 lakh price mark.
iPhone 17: Sleek and Smarter
The standard iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch ProMotion OLED display, the latest A19 chip, and a 48MP Dual-Fusion rear camera. With Ceramic Shield 2 for extra durability and all-day battery life, the device starts at ₹82,900 for the 256GB model.
iPhone Air: The Thinnest iPhone Ever
The surprise of the night was the iPhone Air, which Apple calls the thinnest iPhone ever at just 5.6 mm. Crafted with titanium, it offers a lightweight feel while packing a 6.5-inch ProMotion display, A19 Pro chip, and eSIM-only connectivity. The base model is priced at ₹1,19,900.
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Built for Professionals
The Pro lineup is designed with a new aluminum unibody and advanced thermal management. Both Pro models include a triple 48MP rear camera system with up to 8x optical-quality zoom and support for new video features like Dual Capture.
- iPhone 17 Pro: Starts at ₹1,34,900
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: Starts at ₹1,49,900
The top-end 2TB Pro Max variant comes in at a staggering ₹2,29,900, making it the costliest iPhone ever in India.
India Price List
Model Base Price (256GB) Higher Variants
iPhone 17 ₹82,900 Up to ₹1,02,900
iPhone Air ₹1,19,900 Up to ₹1,59,900
iPhone 17 Pro ₹1,34,900 Up to ₹1,74,900
iPhone 17 Pro Max ₹1,49,900 Up to ₹2,29,900
Availability in India
The entire iPhone 17 series will be available for pre-order from September 12, 2025, and in stores starting September 19, 2025.
- The iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone to date at 5.6 mm.
- The iPhone 17 Pro Max (2TB) is the first iPhone to cross ₹2 lakh in India.
- Apple’s new N1 networking chip introduces Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support across the lineup.
With its bold design choices and premium pricing, the iPhone 17 series is set to dominate the Indian festive season smartphone market, though the sky-high cost may spark debates among buyers.
