iPhone 17: the evolution everyone expected

Apple launched the iPhone 17 as the most accessible option in its new generation. It maintains the essence of the line but adds improvements in display, cameras, and battery life. The idea is clear: a powerful and durable iPhone, without the exclusive features reserved for the Air and the Pro.

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Models and Variants

Available in a single size of 6.3 inches, with three storage configurations: 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB, definitively removing the 128 GB option. In markets like the United States, it's sold exclusively with eSIM, while in markets like Latin America, it retains the physical SIM tray alongside eSIM support.

 

Colors and Finishes

Available in five colors: black, white, misty blue, sage, and lavender. All with a matte finish, resistant to fingerprints and scratches.

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Design and Build

The design stays true to the language introduced in the previous generation, with flat edges and a frame made of recycled aluminum, but now with thinner screen bezels, approaching the look of the Pro without reaching the titanium finish. The device weighs 185 grams, comfortable for daily use. The matte finish back maintains the diagonal dual camera module that distinguishes it from the Air and the Pro.

The Ceramic Shield 2 provides extra protection against bumps and scratches, solidifying itself as the most resistant glass on a smartphone.

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Chip and Performance

Equipped with the A19 Bionic featuring a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU, offering up to 20% superior performance compared to the A18 and improved energy efficiency. The Neural Engine enhances AI and computational photography features, optimizing both the iOS 26 experience and low-light photography.

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Display and Protection

The iPhone 17 debuts a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with OLED now including ProMotion up to 120Hz, a highly awaited feature that makes scrolling, gaming, and gestures appear much smoother. The peak brightness reaches 2,500 nits, enhancing visibility under sunlight, and it's protected by the Ceramic Shield 2, which is more resistant to bumps and scratches, with IP68 certification against water and dust.

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Cameras

The iPhone 17 maintains a 48 MP dual system (main + ultra wide-angle), but with significant improvements in low-light photography and smart HDR, thanks to the A19 Bionic. The integrated 2x optical zoom allows for clearer zoom without losing detail, a practical improvement compared to the iPhone 16.

The 18 MP front camera debuts the Frontal Center system, which automatically centers the user during video calls and recordings, offering more consistent selfies and 4K video with HDR, something previously exclusive to the Pro range.

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Battery and Autonomy

The iPhone 17 offers better battery life than the previous generation, reaching up to 20 hours of video playback. The efficiency of the A19 Bionic allows for high performance without sacrificing energy, and the fast charging system reaches 50% in 30 minutes with a compatible adapter. It also supports MagSafe wireless charging, ideal for those who already have Apple ecosystem accessories.

 

Connectivity

Includes 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6, guaranteeing faster and more stable connections. It works with eSIM in certain markets, while in others it maintains the physical SIM tray alongside eSIM support.

 

Accessories

Compatible with official cases and covers with MagSafe, wireless chargers, and straps designed for secure attachment. It does not include a power adapter in the box, following Apple's sustainability policy, but remains compatible with USB-C chargers and previous accessories.

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Price and Availability

The base iPhone 17 starts at $799 USD for the 256 GB version, increasing according to storage capacity. It is available for immediate pre-order in several markets and will hit physical and online stores in the coming days. Compared to the iPhone 17 Pro, it offers most essential upgrades at a more accessible price, ideal for users seeking performance without the premium features of the high-end range.