Apple has launched its brand-new iPhone 17 family, and along with that, it has said goodbye to some older models. Just like every year, when new iPhones come, some old ones leave. Let’s take a look at what’s new, what’s gone, and how much everything costs now!
The New iPhone 17 Family
Apple showed the world its latest phones at a big event on Tuesday. The lineup includes:
iPhone 17
iPhone Air
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
The new phones come with:
- Slim design (iPhone Air is thinner)
- Aluminum unibody design for Pro models
- A19 chip family for faster speed
Which iPhones Have Been Discontinued?
Apple has clogged selling some old iPhone models from its official website. These include:
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
But don’t worry! Some older models are still there:
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16e
Price Drop for iPhone 16
Good news for those who still want the iPhone 16! Its price has been cheap in India:
- iPhone 16 (128GB) → ₹69,900 (₹10,000 cheaper now)
- iPhone 16 Plus (128GB) → ₹79,990
- iPhone 16 Plus (256GB) → ₹89,990
Advanced storage versions of iPhone 16 are no longer available.
New Watches and Earphones
Apple didn’t just launch new iPhones. It also brought out fresh watches and earphones!
- Apple Watch SE 3 (replaces SE 2)
- Apple Watch Series 11 (replaces Series 10)
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 (replaces Ultra 2)
For music lovers:
- AirPods Pro 3 → These new earphones come with an wonderful AI-powered Live Translation feature! (They replace AirPods Pro 2).
Prices of New iPhone 17 Series in India
Here’s the price chart for the shiny new iPhones:
-
iPhone 17
- 256GB → ₹82,900
- 512GB → ₹1,02,900
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iPhone Air
- 256GB → ₹1,19,900
- 512GB → ₹1,39,900
- 1TB → ₹1,59,900
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iPhone 17 Pro
- 256GB → ₹1,34,900
- 512GB → ₹1,54,900
- 1TB → ₹1,74,900
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iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 256GB → ₹1,49,900
- 512GB → ₹1,69,900
- 1TB → ₹1,89,900
- 2TB → ₹2,29,900
Pre-Order and Sale Dates
- Pre-order starts: September 12 at 5:30 PM IST
- Sale begins: September 19 in India
Final Thoughts
Apple’s new iPhone 17 lineup is super influential and stylish, but it also means we say goodbye to some old favorites like the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 Pro. With new watches, earphones, and AI-powered features, Apple is clearly moving ahead into the future.
So, if you are planning to get one, mark the date—September 12—to pre-order your dream iPhone!
