iPhone 17 Pro (Image Credits: X/@zellzoi)
Apple fans, get ready, the iPhone 17 Pro is gearing up for its grand debut in September 2025. Part of the broader iPhone 17 lineup, which also includes the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro Max and the all-new iPhone 17 Air, this year’s Pro model is shaping up to be a major leap in both design and performance. From a powerful new chipset to a revamped camera system, here’s a quick look at everything we know so far.
iPhone 17 Pro Performance and Specs
The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to run on Apple’s next-generation A19 Bionic chip, reportedly built on a 2nm process, a first for Apple. This should translate to better performance, longer battery life, and improved heat management. The phone is also tipped to come with 12GB RAM and a vapour chamber cooling system to help keep temperatures down during gaming or intensive multitasking. As for the software, the iPhone 17 Pro will ship with iOS 26 pre-installed, which is currently in its beta testing phase.
iPhone 17 Pro Design and New Colours (Expected)
If leaks are anything to go by, the iPhone 17 Pro will look noticeably different from its predecessor. Sources like MacRumors suggest a fresh horizontal camera island design across the top of the rear panel, with lenses arranged in a triangular formation. This could be Apple’s boldest design shift in years. On the colour front, expect the usual silver, black, grey and dark blue , plus a new copper-like orange finish that might just steal the show.
iPhone 17 Pro Camera Upgrades
Photography is getting a big boost this time around. The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to pack a triple 48-megapixel camera setup, covering the main, ultrawide and telephoto sensors. Apple’s image processing magic will continue with Fusion tech to enhance photo quality in mixed lighting. Selfie shooters can rejoice too, Apple may finally move to a 24-megapixel front camera, promising better detail in selfies and sharper FaceTime calls.
Expected Launch Date and Price In India
Apple usually sticks to early September for its iPhone launches, and 2025 looks no different. The iPhone 17 Pro is likely to launch sometime between September 8 and 11. As for pricing, expect it to be on the premium end, likely around Rs 1,45,000 in India.