Highlights

• Apple is likely to unveil the iPhone 17 Pro Max in September 2025.
• It’s expected to be priced around ₹1,44,900 in India.
• Expected Features – Rumoured specs include a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display (120Hz), Apple A19 Pro chipset, 12GB RAM, iOS 19 with AI-powered features and improved camera systems (48MP rear, 24MP front).

Apple is gearing up to launch the iPhone 17 series later this year, and leaks suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro Max could see a major design refresh or even be rebranded as the iPhone 17 Ultra. The phone is expected to come with big upgrades in camera, display, AI features and overall build quality. Here’s what we know about the iPhone model so far.

Caption – iPhone 17 Pro Max (or Ultra). (Image credit – Unknown)

iPhone 17 Pro Max – Expected Launch Timeline

Apple is likely to unveil the iPhone 17 Pro Max alongside the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro in September 2025. However, the exact launch date hasn’t been confirmed yet.

iPhone 17 Pro Max – Key Specs and Features

• Display –9-inch Super Retina XDR display with a 120Hz refresh rate
• Processor – Apple A19 Pro chipset
• RAM – 12GB, designed to support Apple’s new AI-powered features
• Software – Expected to run on iOS 19, bringing “Apple Intelligence” features like a smarter Siri with context awareness and cross-app functionality
• Battery – 4,685mAh, with better heat management thanks to a vapor cooling chamber
• Camera – 48MP triple rear camera setup and a 24MP front camera
• Dynamic Island – Rumoured to be smaller than previous models

iPhone 17 Pro Max – Design Changes

Leaks suggest that Apple might go for a Pixel-like camera bar while keeping the familiar triple-camera setup. The LiDAR sensor, mic, and flash could be repositioned towards the right side.

Another major shift could be the return of an aluminum frame, moving away from the titanium frame introduced in the iPhone 15 Pro models.

iPhone 17 Pro Max – Expected Price

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is rumoured to launch at around Rs 1,44,900 in India, similar to the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s expected pricing. However, official pricing details are yet to be confirmed.

With WWDC 2025 scheduled from June 9 to 13, we may get more insights into iOS 19 and its AI-powered features before the iPhone 17 lineup is officially announced.

FAQs

Q1. When will the iPhone 17 Pro Max be launched, and what is the expected price?

Answe. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to launch in September 2025, priced around ₹1,44,900 in India.

Q2. What are the key specifications of the iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Answer. The phone is rumored to feature a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display (120Hz), Apple A19 Pro chipset, 12GB RAM, iOS 19 with AI-powered features, and improved cameras (48MP rear, 24MP front).

Q3. What design changes are expected in the iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Answer. Design updates may include a Pixel-like camera bar, a repositioned LiDAR sensor, and a shift back to an aluminum frame instead of titanium