“Apple iPhone 17 series may include these upcoming upgrades.”

By sam

Updated on: Aug 28, 2025 09:15 am IST

Apple Event invites hints at two crucial features for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s what we speculate to see during launch.

The iPhone 17 series launch has been confirmed for September 9, 2025, and Apple has officially sent invites for the “Awe Dropping” event. While we are awaiting the big unveil for new-generation Apple products, the Apple Event invite itself revealed two secret iPhone 17 Pro features, which have been rumoured for months. From the new event logo, we speculate that the company has given hints for iPhone 17 Pro’s new colour variants and a vapour chamber cooling system. We can not be sure until the launch, but here’s what we think the iPhone 17 Pro would get based on the new Apple Event logo design.

iPhone 17 Pro: Apple hints at 2 crucial upgrades via event invite

Over the past few months, we have been coming across several rendered images of the iPhone 17 Pro colour variants. However, some of the leaks highlight that a new orange and blue colour variant will be introduced. Now, the Apple Event’s logo also contains hues of orange and dark blue, which could be one of the big hints. Reportedly, the iPhone 17 Pro could come in 5 colour options: Black, White, Gray, Dark Blue, and Orange.

Secondly, the iPhone 17 Pro models are also expected to get a vapour chamber cooling system for thermal heat management. Now, the event logo is speculated to portray an infrared heat map when captured with a thermal camera. Therefore, this could come as the biggest hint for upgraded heat management systems for the iPhone 17 Pro models. However, we will have to wait until September 9, 2025, to confirm these speculations.

iPhone 17 Pro: What to expect

The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will retain a similar size to their predecessors, but with a slightly new design. Both models are expected to come with a new camera island, with a similar camera lens placement. The devices will be powered by a new A19 Pro chip, which will likely bring more powerful and efficient performance.

For photography, the iPhone 17 Pro models are tipped to get a new 48MP telephoto lens that may offer 5x optical zoom, but the Pro Max version could offer 8x telephoto zoom. In addition, the smartphones are also rumoured to get an upgraded 24MP selfie camera. However, the features are based on leaks and rumours, so take them with a grain of salt.

iPhone 17 series: What to expect

The upcoming iPhone 17 series will reportedly include four models – the standard iPhone 17, the slightly larger iPhone 17 Air, the premium iPhone 17 Pro, and the range-topping iPhone 17 Pro Max. A surprise addition is the iPhone 17 Air, which Apple is marketing as its slimmest iPhone ever, designed for those who value portability and sleekness without compromising on power.

All models are expected to run on the A19 Bionic chip, promising faster performance and improved energy efficiency. Apple is also expected to introduce iOS 26 with new AI-driven features, offering better personalisation, smarter Siri responses, and advanced camera intelligence.

Design and camera upgrades

Apple has long been known for its design-first approach, and the iPhone 17 seems no different. Rumours point to a refined flat-edge design with narrower bezels and lighter materials. The Pro models are tipped to include a new titanium build, making them stronger yet lighter.

In terms of cameras, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are likely to feature an improved periscope telephoto lens with enhanced optical zoom, better low-light photography, and sharper 8K video capabilities. The standard models should also see meaningful upgrades, making them more competitive in the premium segment.

iPhone 17 price in India

While Apple has not officially revealed the iPhone 17 price in India, industry insiders suggest that the starting price for the base iPhone 17 could be around ₹79,900, while the iPhone 17 Pro may cross ₹1,29,900. The new iPhone 17 Air is expected to fall somewhere between the base and Pro models, offering buyers a stylish yet comparatively affordable premium option.

India sale details

Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 17 India sale will begin on 19 September 2025, just ten days after the global launch. Pre-orders are expected to go live on 12 September, and as seen in previous years, delivery dates may stretch due to high demand. The iPhone 17 series launch underscores Apple’s ambition to blend cutting-edge AI, superior performance, and elegant design in its smartphones. With India now one of Apple’s fastest-growing markets, the launch is set to draw enormous attention from both long-time Apple loyalists and premium Android switchers.