iPhone 17 Leak: How Much Will Apple's New Launches Be Priced In India? Here's What We Know So Far

iPhone 17 Leaks: A major leak hints at what could be the most radical iPhone redesign in years. Apple may also tweak model names and reposition its mid-tier offerings. A report by Financial Express suggests these changes are driven by component upgrades, thinner bodies, and rising global tariffs.
It should be noted that Apple has yet to confirm any details on the iPhone 17 series. So consider this report with a pinch of salt.
<h3>Which iPhone 17 Models Are Expected?</h3>
According to the leak, Apple might introduce four iPhone 17 models:
<ul>
<li>iPhone 17</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Air</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Pro</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Pro Max</li>
</ul>
The iPhone 17 Air is tipped to replace the Plus model, featuring a 6.6-inch OLED display, ultra-slim 5.5 mm frame, and a 48 MP single rear camera. It may also pack the new A19 chip and 8 GB RAM. Meanwhile, the Pro and Pro Max variants could be powered by the A19 Pro chipset, with up to 12 GB RAM, and enhanced durability with a titanium-aluminium body.
<h3>How Much Will The New iPhones Cost In India?</h3>
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series is expected to debut with a higher price tag, starting at around Rs 79,900 in India, as per fresh leaks. while, the Pro Max could cross Rs 1.6 lakh.
Here’s what the leaked prices look like in India after conversion:
<ul>
<li>iPhone 17: Around Rs 79,900</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Air: Around Rs 89,900</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Pro: Around Rs 1,39,900</li>
<li>iPhone 17 Pro Max: Around Rs 1,64,900</li>
</ul>
US pricing starts from $899 and goes up to $2,300, while UAE pricing is expected between AED 3,799 and AED 5,399.
As reported by Financial Express, “The upcoming Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max could become the most expensive iPhone ever launched globally.”
<h3>Big Changes In Design And Cameras</h3>
The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are likely to showcase a major visual change with a horizontal camera module. This pill-shaped housing is expected to feature:
<ul>
<li>Triple 48 MP rear cameras</li>
<li>LiDAR sensor</li>
<li>8K video capability (Pro Max only)</li>
</ul>
The Pro Max may also support 35 W fast charging and further cement its position as Apple’s most premium offering yet.
<h3>Expected Launch Timeline</h3>
Apple typically unveils its iPhones in mid-September. If that pattern holds, the iPhone 17 series could debut in the first half of September, with pre-orders starting shortly after and an India release by the end of the month.