Everything You Need to Know About the New iPhone 17
Apple’s latest event unveiled four new iPhones: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, bringing a thinner design, brighter displays, upgraded cameras and faster performance. Whether you’re after portability, pro-grade photography, or long battery life, Spectrum Mobile® makes it easy to get the right model with nationwide 5G, flexible plans and trade-in savings.
Comparing the iPhone 17 Features
The new iPhone 17 lineup offers something for everyone, from everyday users who want dependable performance to power users who need pro-level tools. The differences in size, design and features make it easy to find the one that best fits your lifestyle – and your budget.
New camera. Bolder color. The iPhone 17
Ideal if you want a durable, feature-packed iPhone at the best entry price point.
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Display: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
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Weight: 177 grams with contoured edges and thinner borders
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Cameras: Dual 48MP (wide/ultrawide) with front and rear cameras
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Chip: A19 for enhanced performance and efficiency
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Storage: 256GB or 512GB – your choice
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Battery life: Up to 30 hours video playback
Display: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
Weight: 177 grams with contoured edges and thinner borders
Cameras: Dual 48MP (wide/ultrawide) with front and rear cameras
Chip: A19 for enhanced performance and efficiency
Storage: 256GB or 512GB – your choice
Battery life: Up to 30 hours video playback
More Screen. Less Phone. The iPhone 17 Air
Perfect for those who want the thinnest, lightest iPhone without sacrificing durability or performance.
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Display: 6.5-inch display making it slightly larger than the iPhone 17
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Weight: 165 grams (lightest in the lineup) in a titanium frame
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Cameras: Single 48MP main
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Chip: A19 Pro for enhanced performance and efficiency
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Storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB
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Battery life: Up to 27 hours video playback
Display: 6.5-inch display making it slightly larger than the iPhone 17
Weight: 165 grams (lightest in the lineup) in a titanium frame
Cameras: Single 48MP main
Chip: A19 Pro for enhanced performance and efficiency
Storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB
Battery life: Up to 27 hours video playback
Pro Camera. Max Performance. The iPhone 17 Pro
The breakthrough choice for creators who need pro-grade camera capabilities and faster sustained performance.
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Display: 6.3-inch OLED with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
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Weight: 206 grams in a forged aluminum unibody
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Cameras: Triple 48MP Pro Fusion camera system (wide/ultrawide/telephoto)
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Chip: A19 Pro for enhanced performance and efficiency
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Storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB
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Battery life: Up to 33 hours video playback
Display: 6.3-inch OLED with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
Weight: 206 grams in a forged aluminum unibody
Cameras: Triple 48MP Pro Fusion camera system (wide/ultrawide/telephoto)
Chip: A19 Pro for enhanced performance and efficiency
Storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB
Battery life: Up to 33 hours video playback
Bigger Screen. Better Battery. The iPhone 17 Pro Max
Best for those who want maximum screen size, storage and the longest battery life in the lineup.
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Display: 6.9-inch OLED with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
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Weight: 233 grams
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Cameras: Triple 48MP (wide/ultrawide/telephoto) with advanced zoom
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Chip: A19 Pro
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Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB or 2TB
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Battery life: Up to 39 hours video playback
Display: 6.9-inch OLED with ProMotion (1–120Hz)
Weight: 233 grams
Cameras: Triple 48MP (wide/ultrawide/telephoto) with advanced zoom
Chip: A19 Pro
Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB or 2TB
Battery life: Up to 39 hours video playback
Which iPhone 17 Is Right for You?
Choosing the right iPhone 17 comes down to your lifestyle.
If you’re looking for durability plus performance at a good price: For everyday users, the iPhone 17 offers a reasonable price, dual cameras and dependable battery life.
If you want the most style in your pocket: For those who value design above all, the iPhone 17 Air delivers a thin and lightweight build, even with a simplified single-camera setup.
If you need the ultimate pro-level tools: Creators and photography enthusiasts can unlock their potential with the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, featuring a triple-camera system, advanced zoom and professional video tools.
If you need even more: For power users who want it all, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers the largest display, the longest-lasting battery and storage up to 2TB.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the iPhone 17 waterproof?
Yes, all iPhone 17 models are IP68-rated for water and dust resistance.
What colors are available?
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iPhone 17: Lavender, light blue, dark gray, silver-white and green.
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iPhone Air: Mist blue, light gold, black and white.
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iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Silver, cosmic orange and deep blue.
iPhone 17: Lavender, light blue, dark gray, silver-white and green.
iPhone Air: Mist blue, light gold, black and white.
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Silver, cosmic orange and deep blue.
Do all iPhone 17 models support 5G?
Yes, all four models are 5G-ready and work seamlessly with Spectrum Mobile’s nationwide 5G network.
Do the iPhone 17 models use USB-C?
Yes, all iPhone 17 devices now feature USB-C charging for faster and more universal connectivity.
Why Buy Through Spectrum Mobile?
Three reasons to get your new iPhone 17 with a great deal at Spectrum:
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With Spectrum Mobile, you’ll get the latest iPhone 17 models at competitive prices.
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You’ll enjoy nationwide 5G and access to millions of WiFi hotspots to keep you seamlessly connected – at no additional cost.
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When you add Spectrum Internet®, you’ll receive one Unlimited Mobile line included for a full year. That's a savings of $360/year.
With Spectrum Mobile, you’ll get the latest iPhone 17 models at competitive prices.
You’ll enjoy nationwide 5G and access to millions of WiFi hotspots to keep you seamlessly connected – at no additional cost.
When you add Spectrum Internet®, you’ll receive one Unlimited Mobile line included for a full year. That's a savings of $360/year.
Act now and get $100 off your new iPhone 17 when you trade in an eligible device.