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iPhone 17 Lineup Tipped for Sept. 9 Unveiling, With Ultra‑Thin ‘Air’ and Pro Hardware Overhaul

Fresh leaks sketch out specs across four models, pointing to a three‑year redesign plan that begins with the ultra‑thin Air.

Overview

  • Multiple reports, including a briefly posted Apple TV app listing, point to a September 9 Apple event, with sales rumored to start around September 19 and India prices circulating for all four models.
  • The lineup is widely reported to include iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, with the new Air described as ultra‑thin with a single rear camera, eSIM‑only support, and Apple’s in‑house modem.
  • Pro models are said to shift to an aluminum‑and‑glass exterior with a large rectangular camera bar, add a new orange/copper color, and introduce major camera upgrades such as triple 48MP sensors and a periscope telephoto on Pro Max.
  • Across the range, leaks indicate A19 chips on standard/Air and A19 Pro on the Pros, up to 12GB of RAM on higher tiers, 120Hz ProMotion displays for all models, an upgraded 24MP front camera, and improved cooling designs.
  • Gurman’s latest reporting outlines a broader roadmap that follows this launch with a foldable iPhone in 2026 and a curved‑glass ‘iPhone 20’ in 2027, while accessory rumors include a bumper and battery case tailored for the Air.