Apple has officially opened pre-orders for its much-anticipated iPhone 17 series in India today, and as expected, the online Apple Store went offline for a few hours ahead of the launch. This has become a familiar tradition whenever new Apple products are about to go live, signaling that updates are being made to inventory, pricing, and product pages.
Pre-Order Timeline
Pre-orders for the iPhone 17 series in India started at 5:30 PM IST today. Customers will be able to place their orders through the Apple Online Store as well as leading e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Reliance Digital, Croma, and Vijay Sales. Apple has also partnered with banks and retailers to offer attractive exchange programs, cashback deals, and EMI options.
Lineup of the iPhone 17 Series
This year’s lineup includes four new models:
- iPhone Air
- iPhone 17
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
Each model comes with notable hardware and design upgrades aimed at providing a premium smartphone experience.
Key Features
The iPhone 17 series introduces several exciting changes:
- New camera design for improved low-light and portrait performance.
- 120Hz refresh rate display, delivering smoother scrolling and gaming visuals.
- 48MP “Fusion” camera system, pushing Apple’s photography game further.
- Ceramic back panel across models, making the phones both stylish and durable.
These refinements are designed to cater to both casual users and professionals looking for performance, speed, and cutting-edge camera capabilities.
Pricing in India
Apple has revealed the India prices for all variants:
- iPhone 17
- 256 GB: ₹82,900
- 512 GB: ₹1,02,900
- iPhone Air
- 256 GB: ₹1,19,900
- 512 GB: ₹1,39,900
- 1 TB: ₹1,59,900
- iPhone 17 Pro
- 256 GB: ₹1,34,900
- 512 GB: ₹1,54,900
- 1 TB: ₹1,74,900
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 256 GB: ₹1,49,900
- 512 GB: ₹1,69,900
- 1 TB: ₹1,89,900
- 2 TB: ₹2,29,900
Availability
- Pre-orders: September 12, 2025
- Official sale and deliveries: September 19, 2025
Customers who pre-order early are expected to get priority shipping, though demand for the Pro and Pro Max models may lead to limited availability initially.
✨ Final Takeaway:
The iPhone 17 series continues Apple’s push into premium flagship territory with advanced displays, photography upgrades, and sleek ceramic designs. While pricing places it firmly in the luxury segment, deals and exchange offers may help soften the impact for Indian buyers.
