ByAnish
Apple Debuts iPhone 17 Lineup with Premium Prices
Apple’s New iPhone 17 Lineup
At its fall iPhone event on Sept. 9, 2025, Apple unveiled the iPhone 17 family at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. Despite global tariffs and inflation worries, pricing stayed close to expectations.
CNET Senior Editor James Bricknell noted, “Given the tariffs and all the other stuff that’s happened in the past year, the prices are good. They match what you would expect in terms of inflation rather than the leap I was expecting.”
Here’s the full breakdown of Apple’s 2025 iPhone lineup:
iPhone 16E — From $599
Apple’s most affordable iPhone, reviewed earlier this year, comes with compromises:
- No Dynamic Island cutout
- Available only in black and white
- Entry-level option for those on a budget
iPhone 17 — From $799
The new standard flagship offers:
- A faster chip
- Brighter, sharper display
- Upgraded rear and selfie cameras
- Positioned as the entry-level flagship after the iPhone Air’s debut
iPhone Air — From $999
The showstopper of the event, the iPhone Air, made headlines for its:
- Ultra-thin, 165-gram design
- All-day battery life
- Marketed as Apple’s most power-efficient iPhone ever
- Starting price just under $1,000
iPhone 17 Pro — From $1,099
Apple’s premium powerhouse includes:
- Significant camera upgrades
- New orange color option
- Double the base storage compared to last year
- Pricing starts at $1,099 (256GB)
For those wanting maximum specs, the iPhone 17 Pro Max with 2TB of storage comes in at $1,999.
Preorders and Launch Date
- Preorders: Begin Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
- Launch Day: Sept. 19, 2025
Apple fans can expect delivery starting next week.
FAQs
Q1. What is the cheapest iPhone in 2025?
The iPhone 16E, starting at $599, is Apple’s most affordable option.
Q2. What makes the iPhone Air unique?
Its ultra-thin design (165g) and power-efficient hardware make it Apple’s lightest flagship.
Q3. How much does the iPhone 17 Pro Max with 2TB cost?
It is priced at $1,999, Apple’s most expensive iPhone to date.
Q4. When can I preorder the new iPhones?
Preorders open Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.
Q5. What is the iPhone 17 release date?
All models officially launch on Sept. 19, 2025.
