Apple is projecting the new apple iPhone 17 Pro Max ( rumored also as “iPhone 17 Ultra” ) to be the most advanced iPhone ever boasting major upgrades in design, display, performance, cameras , battery, thermals, connectivity, and AI features.
Key Points :
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
| Display | 6.9″ LTPO OLED, 1 -120 Hz, ~2,800 nits, AOD |
| Processor | A19 Pro ( 3 nm / 2nm), 12 GB RAM |
| Rear Cameras | 3 x48 MP (wide, ultra, periscope), 5/10x zoom |
| Front Camera | 24 MP TrueDepth |
| Video | 8K,ProRes, Dual capture |
| Battery | 4,500 – 5,200 mAh, 35 W wired , 15 – 20 W wireless |
| Connectivity | 5G , Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, UWB Gen 2 |
| Cooling | Vapor chamber heat spreader |
| Build | Ti+glass (or AI/glass), 8.7 mm thick , IP68/IP69 |
| Software | iOS 19/26 with AI and Always on Display |
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Release Window and Pricing :
- Launch date : Apple company usually debuts new iPhones in early September. Reliable leaks point to a reveal between September 11-13, 2025, with pre orders shortly after and availability around September 19-21.
- Price (USA) : leaks very some say base models start at $1,119, ithers at $1,299 – $1,399, with maxed out edition possibly nearing $1,799 – $2,300.
- Price ( India) : Expected to start around Rs. 1,64,900.
Display :
Size and type : A massive 6.9 inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, likely with Dolby Vision support.
Refresh rate : Adaptive ProMotion From 1 Hz up to 120 Hz – smoother visuals and improved battery efficiency.
Brightness and coatings : Peak brightness expected around 2,500 – 2,800 nits ,with anti reflective and oleophobic treatments.
Protection : A next gen Ceramic Shield , possibly anti reflective , and IP68 or even IP69 dust/water resistance.
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Camera System :
iPhone 17 Pro Max is shaping up to be a camera powerhouse :
Rear Camera :
- Triple 48 MP sensors : This includes wide, ultra wide , and a periscope telephoto lens with 5 – 10x optical zoom.
- Computational features : Smart HDR 6, Deep Fusion, Photonic Engine improvements.
- Video : Supports 8K recording, ProRes, and dual vide mode ( simultaneous front + rear capture )
- Mechanical aperture : Adjustable aperture on the main lens ( e.g. , f/1.4 – 2.8 ) for more control in low light and depth of field effects.
Front Camera :
- 24 MP TrueDepth camera double the resolution of it’s predecessor delivering clearer selfies and Face tome calls.
Performance and Thermals :
Chipset : Powered by Apple’s new A19 Pro, built on an advanced 3 nm or 2 nm process . Single core CPU gains of ~15 – 20% , multi core improvements ~25% , with sizable GPU speedups.
Thermal Management : Introduces Apple’s first vapor chamber cooling system – borrowed from high -end devices – to avoid thermal throttling during gaming or 8K recording.
RAM : 12 GB LPDDR5X, ensuring seamless multitasking.
Neural Engine : Expected to double AI core performance for on device machine learning.
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Battery and Charging :
- Battery capacity: Estimated between 4,500 – 5,200 mAh , up from the current generation .
- Fast charging :
- Wired : Up to 35 W, 0 – 50% in ~15 – 20 minutes.
- Wireless : 15 -20 W via MagSafe/Qi2, with reverse wireless charging support.
- Video playback : Leaks claim up to 30 Hours , others even 105 hours ( audio) – likely marketing hype.
- Thermal Optimization : iOS 19++ vapor chamber ensures efficient power usage.
Connectivity and Ports :
- 5G Advanced , WI-Fi 7 , and Bluetooth 5.4
- USB-C port with potential Thunderbolt 4 speeds – finally ending Lightning.
- UWB Gen 2 chip, expanded satellite messaging capabilities , NFC , and Dual e SIM support.
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Design and Build :
- Materials : Rumored to combine a titanium frame, glass front , and back – some leaks mention an aluminum / glass hybrid to lighten the load.
- Camera module : Adopts a new horizontal “bar” layout across the back.
- Dimensions : The phone is reportedly 8.735 mm think , up from 8.25 mm in the iPhone 16 Pro Max – thanks to a larger battery.
- Colours include Black , Silver / Graphite, White , Gold / Sold Gold , and a fresh Sky Blue
Software and AI :
Ships with iOS 19 or 26 , with tailored AI enhancements :
- On device Siri and apple Intelligence with better natural language understanding.
- Dynamic widgets, smarter notifications, multitasking, split screen support.
- Full Always On Display features and deeper camera integration for real time effects.
Vision Pro integration rumored – use your iPhone as a camera / controller for Apple’s XR headset.
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