Apple unveiled the iPhone 17 at a spectacular event yesterday, featuring an innovative Center Stage front camera, a stunning 6.3-inch ProMotion display, and the powerful A19 chip. The regular version features a dual 48MP camera system, double the base storage (256GB), and a stylish design in five colors. How does it compare to the Air, Pro, and Pro Max models? Read on to find out!
Yesterday's Apple event in Cupertino was a feast for the eyes: a mix of technological magic, confident speeches, and the obligatory moment when Tim Cook smiles like a proud father at a children's game. He was the center of attention iPhone 17 – a regular version that proves that Apple can still make a phone that's flashy enough to outshine the competition, yet affordable. Is this a truly revolutionary leap or just another polished remake? Let's take a look at the details!
iPhone 17: What does the regular version bring?
Design: Elegance in five shades
The iPhone 17 measures 149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm and weighs 177 g, making it compact enough to be easy to use - unless you have the hands of an average hobbit. The body is made of glass (Ceramic Shield 2) and an aluminum frame, protected by 3 times better scratch resistance, and is available in five colors: black, white, lavender, misty blue and sage green. Super Retina XDR OLED display With a 6.3-inch, 1206 x 2622 pixel resolution (~460 ppi) and ProMotion technology (up to 120 Hz) it delivers smooth animations, while the Always-On Display shows the time and notifications with a refresh rate of up to 1 Hz. With 3000 nits peak brightness and 1000 nits typical (1600 nits HBM), the display is a real star, even in the sun.
Performance: A19 – power in a compact package
Chip A19, built on 3nm technology with a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU, promises improved performance and efficiency compared to previous generations. Apple has not yet revealed exact speed comparisons (e.g. A15), but promises smooth operation of games and Apple Intelligence features. Memory is 8 GB of RAM, and storage starts at 256 GB and goes up to 512 GB - so it ends with 128 GB, which will please video and app lovers.
Cameras: Center Stage and 48MP dual
Center Stage front camera With 18 MP (f/1.9, wide-angle), PDAF, OIS and SL 3D depth sensor, it's a real treat for selfies and video calls. It allows for a wide field of view, automatic frame adjustment and 4K HDR videos with gyro-EIS. The rear 48MP Dual Fusion system includes a main camera (f/1.6, 26mm, 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, Sensor-Shift OIS) with an optical 2x telephoto lens and an ultra-wide-angle camera (f/2.2, 13mm, 1/2.55″, 0.7µm, PDAF) that offers 4x more resolution. Features such as Dual-LED flash, HDR and Dolby Vision HDR, and video up to 4K@60fps (also 24/25/30/120/240fps) make photography fun.
Battery and charging: All-day adventure
The 3692mAh (estimated) battery promises up to 30 hours of video playback, thanks to the efficiency of the A19 and Adaptive Power Mode in iOS 26. Charging reaches 50W in 20 minutes with wired PD 2.0 technology, 25W MagSafe (50W in 30 minutes), 15W Qi, and 25W reversible (China) - meaning you'll be back in the game quickly if you forget your charger.
Software: iOS 26 and smart features
iOS 26 brings a refreshed design, Live Translation, Visual Intelligence and Apple Intelligence, which run smoothly with 8 GB of RAM. Slovenian users will be happy with support for Slovenian (and many other languages), while the chip N1 It supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, Bluetooth 6.0 and Thread.
Comparison with Air, Pro and Pro Max models
iPhone 17 Air: Thinness with limitations
iPhone 17 Air (5.6 mm) has a 6.5-inch display, a single 48MP camera, and A19 Pro chip. Price: ~€1200 (990 $). Less versatile due to lack of ultra-wide camera.
iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max: Premium class
Pro (6.3 inches) and Pro Max (6.9 inches) have three 48MP cameras (including a telephoto with 8x zoom), A19 Pro and longer battery life (up to 39 hours). Prices: €1099 (1200 $) and €1199 (1300 $).
Where does the iPhone 17 win?
With 256GB of base storage, a dual 48MP system, and a ProMotion display, the iPhone 17 is a happy medium – cheaper than the Pro, but more versatile than the Air.
Price, availability and extras
Pre-orders start September 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM, shipping September 19. Price: €950 (€799 $) for 256 GB, 512 GB available. Accessories: Clear Case with MagSafe €49 (€49 $), Silicone Case €49 (€49 $), Crossbody Strap €59 (€59 $), 40W Charger €39 (€39 $).
Conclusion: Worth the hype?
The iPhone 17 is not a revolution, but a smart evolution with a 6.3-inch display, 48MP cameras, and 256GB of base storage. Compared to the Air and Pro, it's ideal for most people, although Apple is still hiding some details (e.g. exact battery capacity). What do you think? Leave a comment!