Apple has scheduled its “Awe Dropping” event for September 9, 2025 at Steve Jobs Theater, Cupertino. The iPhone 17 Pro Max reveal will stream globally that day, with pre-orders opening on September 12 and sales starting September 19 in India and worldwide.
Quote: “Apple continues its rhythm of early September launches, and this year’s Pro Max is slated to go on sale just 10 days after unveiling.”
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Key Features of iPhone 17 Pro Max
Design & Display
- 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR LTPO OLED with ProMotion (120 Hz) for silky scrolling and better battery life.
- Titanium frame for durability and lighter weight.
- Vapor chamber cooling on Pro models to keep the A19 chip running at peak speeds.
Performance & Software
- A19 Bionic chip (3 nm) with a next-gen 16-core Neural Engine, powering iOS 26 and AI tasks in real time.
- Improved thermal dissipation thanks to vapor chamber heatsink, reducing throttling during heavy use.
Camera Enhancements
- Triple 48 MP rear setup: Wide, Ultra-Wide and Periscope Telephoto (5× optical zoom) with sensor-shift OIS and 8K video support—the first iPhone to record in 8K natively.
- 24 MP front-facing camera for sharper selfies and video calls.
- Mechanical aperture on Pro models to adjust depth-of-field and enhanced dual-video recording for creators.
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Battery & Charging
- Larger battery for up to 35 hours of video playback.
- Up to 25 W MagSafe wireless charging for 50% in 30 minutes.
Price in India
Analysts and leaks suggest a starting price of ₹1,39,900 for the base 256 GB iPhone 17 Pro Max in India. Pre-bookings begin September 12, with in-store and online availability from September 19.
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Comparison: iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 16 Pro Max
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When will the iPhone 17 Pro Max be released?
It’s launching globally on September 9, 2025, with India pre-orders on September 12 and sales from September 19.
Q2: What is the starting price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max in India?
Expected starting price is ₹1,39,900 for the 256 GB model.
Q3: How does the camera improve over the iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The new model upgrades to three 48 MP sensors with periscope telephoto and supports 8K video, plus a 24 MP front camera vs 12 MP previously.
Q4: Does the iPhone 17 Pro Max have a higher refresh rate display?
All iPhone 17 models get ProMotion 120 Hz LTPO OLED vs the same on Pro models last year, but now available across the lineup.
Q5: Is the battery better than the iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Yes, Apple claims up to 35 h playback vs 33 h on the 16 Pro Max thanks to efficiency gains.
