Aplpe’s iPhone 17 has a fresh design with a slightly larger 6.3-inch display and thinner borders. And after years of waiting (and a lot of grumbling), the base iPhone 17 finally has a a 120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the new A19 chip is faster and more efficient, especially when teamed up with Apple Intelligence. If you're upgrading from an older iPhone, you'll experience a significant bump in speed and better gaming performance courtesy of ProMotion.
About the camera, you will find a 48MP Fusion main camera (shooting 24MP photos by default) and also a 2x telephoto lens. The device’s ultra-wide camera also features an upgrade to 48MP, making macro photography more detailed and also more impressive.
Getting ready to switch to the new iPhone 17?, you can rest assured that you'll have plenty of cases to choose from, with Campad Electronics, a trusted Australian retailer, already listing a large variety of cases for all iPhone 17 models, from minimalist cases to more robust and durable options.
iPhone 17 FAQs
What are the Australian prices for the iPhone 17 line-up?
In 2025, Apple is releasing the iPhone 17 starting at AU$1,399, the iPhone 17 Pro costing AU$1,999, and the top-tier Pro Max model for AU$2,199.
When can I pre-order the iPhone 17 in Australia?
Australians can place pre-orders for the latest iPhone 17 models from 10pm AEST Friday, September 12, with availability starting on September 19. Visit our Apple page for more details.
Is there a SIM card slot in iPhone 17?
Interestingly, the iPhone 17 Air will rely exclusively on eSIM technology worldwide. The rest of the line-up support both eSIM and physical SIM cards. Apple continues pushing the industry away from physical SIMs.
What new features does the iPhone 17 offer?
Upgraded imaging capabilities, the iPhone 17 boasts a new 48MP Fusion Main lens and 2x optical-quality zoom, and a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera offering 4x the resolution of iPhone 16. Ultra Wide shots are now saved as 24MP files, balancing quality and storage.
What’s unique about the iPhone 17?
Mainly, the camera system. With a 48MP Main and 48MP Ultra Wide, it offers professional-grade image quality and clear advancement in image clarity.
Is it worth getting a case for iPhone 17?
It’s smart to use a case. Casetify and others have launched new cases, and Apple released new first-party accessories as well, including some cool new add-ons.
Searching for cases for the iPhone 17?
Check out Campad Electronics for a great variety of cases for the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Does iPhone 17 support fast charging?
Yes, Apple says the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, can be charged halfway in only 20 minutes, making them the fastest charging iPhones yet.
What's the proper way to charge iPhone 17?
Place the iPhone 17 on a MagSafe Charger or any Qi charger, paired with Apple’s 20W USB-C adapter for maximum charging efficiency.
copyright async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8">The wait is over. Introducing the new iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air, iPhone 17, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, AirPods Pro 3, and more.
— Apple (@Apple) September 9, 2025
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