Apple concluded its ‘Awe dropping’ launch event for the latest iPhone models, Apple Watches, and AirPods Pro 3 yesterday. While the new iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro capture more attention, the base model iPhone 17 is set to be an unexpected success. Here’s the reason.
### iPhone 17 Inherits the ‘Pro’ Display Experience
In many respects, the iPhone 17 is similar to an iPhone 16 Pro without a telephoto lens, but at a $300 lower price. An iPhone 16 Pro 256GB retails for $1099, whereas the iPhone 17 256GB is available for just $799.
For that price, users receive the identical stunning 6.3” OLED display with ProMotion found in the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 17 also features exceptionally slim display bezels, which have previously been a limitation on non-Pro iPhones.
Furthermore, it comes with an Always-On Display and up to 3000 nits of peak outdoor brightness. In nearly every significant aspect, the regular iPhone 17 does not skimp on display capabilities.
### Other Great iPhone 17 Enhancements
Although the iPhone 17 may not be the most eye-catching new device in the lineup, it still adopts numerous excellent features from the new models.
Battery performance has greatly improved, providing 30 hours of video playback, a notable enhancement from 22 hours on the iPhone 16 and 27 hours on the iPhone 16 Pro.
The device also features Apple’s latest selfie camera with Center Stage, which is anticipated to be a highlight this year.
In addition to the display, battery life, and selfie camera, the iPhone 17 is powered by Apple’s new A19 chip, incorporates a new Ceramic Shield 2 display cover, and introduces a new 48MP Ultra Wide sensor (up from last year’s 12MP).
Despite the absence of a telephoto lens and a ‘Pro’ chip, this base model feels like a Pro experience for the first time, sharing materials with the iPhone 17 Pro, which has reverted to aluminum.
### Wrap Up
All in all, Apple has refined the base iPhone. While it may not feature an eye-catching new design, it’s challenging to ignore the value this device provides. Even with more affordable options in the lineup like the iPhone 16e and iPhone 16, the iPhone 17 stands out as a superb choice due to its many benefits.
It might even rival the iPhone 17 Pro among users who aren’t photography aficionados.
What are your thoughts on the standard iPhone 17 model? Will you be purchasing one or recommending it to someone? Share your thoughts in the comments.
