Apple Event, ‘Awe Dropping’, is scheduled to take place today. The company is likely to introduce the iPhone 17 series, which might include the normal iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Other stuff, including the Watch Series 11 and AirPods Pro (3rd Gen), are slated to be released alongside. The release dates for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and other operating system updates for compatible devices may also be announced.
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How to watch the Apple Event ‘Awe Dropping’ today?
Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ launch event will begin with a keynote presentation at 10 a.m. PT, or 10:30 p.m. IST in India. The event will be livestreamed on Apple’s website, YouTube, and the Apple TV app. It will take place in the Steve Jobs Theatre in Cupertino, California.
Besides this, you can also catch the action live on our website as we have embedded the launch link below.
What to expect?
This year, the company anticipates heading in the path of slimmer phones, resulting in the iPhone 17 Air. The Air is approximately 5.5 millimetres thinner than the iPhone 16 Pro, or around one-third of its thickness. However, it has downsides, like lower battery life and a single rear camera housed in a pill-shaped bump.
Speculations and rumours suggest that the iPhone 17 Air will include an A19 chipset, a standard USB-C connection, ProMotion compatibility, and a 6.6-inch screen. Its small chassis necessitates eSIMs, and it will employ an in-house Wi-Fi chip and Apple’s C1 modem, much like the iPhone 16e. The iPhone Air is positioned between the entry-level iPhone and the Pro model, giving it a risky price position.
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The iPhone will get its first big design update in a very long time when Apple unveils the iPhone 17 Air, which will have an ultrathin chassis and new backs for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max.
Since the 2020 release of the iPhone 12 Pro, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are expected to receive their first design upgrade. There will be a wireless charging cutout and a new camera design on the back. Improved video recording, longer battery life, a 48 megapixel sensor in place of the previous 12 megapixel telephoto lens, and a CPU upgrade to the A19 Pro are all anticipated. A selfie camera update, front-and-back video recording at the same time, and a variable aperture system are a couple of camera improvements. The phone may also have an LED light and a LiDAR scanner with its own LED light.
The 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are going back to an aluminium frame after switching to titanium in 2023. Aluminium is lighter and better at dispersing heat, making it a good choice for individuals who have used the 15 Pro or 16 Pro. The regular iPhone 17 is speculated to have a big display update. It is believed to finally have ProMotion technology with a 120Hz refresh rate, which was previously reserved for Pro versions. The screen size may increase to 6.3 inches, mirroring that of the iPhone 17 Pro. The gadget is expected to be powered by the A19 processor, which will provide increased performance and efficiency.
The iPhone 17 and Pro versions will continue to use Qualcomm modems. The standard iPhone 17 is anticipated to maintain its dual-lens back camera system (Wide and Ultra Wide), but it will also gain the new 24-megapixel front-facing camera, which is rumoured to be standard throughout the whole range.
Apple plans to deliver the Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year, with a bigger screen, a new S11 processor, 5G Redcap connection via a new modem, and the option to use Apple’s satellite capability for text messaging and emergency communication.
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Apple’s Watch Series 11 is likely to receive a slight update, featuring a new screen that enhances brightness, updates the colour scheme, and alters the band options, despite the Jet Black Series 10’s flaking issues.
The Apple Watch SE is likely to be updated with improved screens and a faster CPU, enabling it to compete with Fitbit for lower-cost devices suitable for kids of all ages.
Apple expects to release the AirPods Pro 3 this month, marking the product’s first update in three years. The update features a heart rate monitor, smaller charging cases, and a new pairing process. It will also offer live translation of conversations.
iPhone 17 price in India expected
However, Apple has yet to announce, but tipster Instant Digital claimed a $50 price increase for the iPhone 17 Pro, bringing it to about $1,049 in the United States. The iPhone 17 Pro is projected to be released in India at a base price of Rs 1,24,900, up from the current base price of Rs 1,19,900 for the iPhone 16 Pro. According to reports, all iPhone 17 series models may face a $50 price increase owing to US trade conflicts with China and rising component prices.
The iPhone 16 Pro’s 128GB storage model pricing might begin at $999 in the United States, presumably indicating an upgrade for consumers. The iPhone 17 Pro will have a basic storage capacity of 256GB, up from the current 128GB model. This is comparable to the Pro Max model, which saw a boost in basic storage capacity with the iPhone 15 Pro Max in 2023. Last year’s iPhone 16 Pro Max also had 256GB of storage.
