Tech Desk 
Sep 09, 2025
At its “Awe Dropping” event 2025, Apple has officially launched its iPhone 17, packing an upgraded processor in the A19 chip.
According to the Cupertino-based company, iPhone 17 is more durable than its predecessor, and it comes in five colours: lavender, mist blue, black, white, and sage.
During the Apple September 9 event, the company revealed that the iPhone 17 gets a ProMotion display like the iPhone Pro models, which can go up to 120Hz during demanding activities, like gaming, or go down to 1Hz for more efficiency and battery savings.
iPhone 17 features
The iPhone 17 features updated Ceramic Shield, which offers 3x scratch resistance, and Apple has worked to cut down on the glare of its display.
Moreover, it is getting an A19 chipset, features with a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU — "a big step up for graphics-intensive tasks," the makers said.
The iPhone 17 supports Apple Intelligence, as iOS 26 features improved Visual Intelligence and translation tools, providing an advanced AI experience.
In terms of optics advancements, iPhone 17 now features a new 48MP dual fusion camera system. It'll use the 48MP main shooter in conjunction with a 2x telephoto camera to take photos.
On the other hand, the selfie camera is upgraded, as it is now called a “Centre Stage” camera, and it has a wider field of view. A square sensor allows for different compositions, so you don't have to rotate your iPhone to take a landscape selfie.
According to the company, the iPhone 17 can deliver up to eight hours more battery life compared to the iPhone 16. A 10-minute charge can provide up to eight hours of usage.
iPhone 17 price, availability in Pakistan
The newly unveiled iPhone 17 will be available from September 19 in Pakistan and it will cost $799 (approximately Rs224,958 — exclusive of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) tax and import duties). People can pre-order Apple iPhone 17 from September 12.
Moreover, Apple also highlighted the iPhone 16e as part of its refreshed 2025 lineup. Positioned as the budget-friendly option, the iPhone 16e starts at $599 (around Rs170,038), making it the most affordable device in Apple’s current catalogue.
