Apple’s iPhone 17 launch on Sept 9 promises “Awe Dropping” features. But are they revolutionary or just wallet-dropping? Read the witty breakdown.
Remember when Steve Jobs launched the first iPhone in 2007 and the world gasped? Well, in 2025, Apple still wants us to gasp — except this time the gasp might be from looking at the price tag.
Apple calls the iPhone 17 event “Awe Dropping.” Critics are already whispering it should’ve been called “Jaw Dropping.” Why? Because your jaw will drop when you hear the prices, and your wallet might faint.
Apple isn’t just selling phones anymore; it’s selling us the illusion that thinner = holier.
The Big Event: Awe Dropping, Wallet Dropping
On September 9, 2025, Apple will roll out the iPhone 17 lineup with all the usual fireworks — glowing logo, dramatic music, and Tim Cook saying words like “magical” and “revolutionary” while actually meaning “slightly thinner.”
Apple Park in Cupertino is gearing up to unveil:
- iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Plus, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the iPhone 17 Air (yes, Apple decided “Air” isn’t just for laptops anymore).
- New Apple Watch models (because checking the time is still not futuristic enough).
- AirPods updates (so you can lose an even more expensive pair).
- And of course, expanded Apple Intelligence features — because if your phone can’t remind you to drink water in three languages, is it even worth ₹1.6 lakh?
👉 According to Bloomberg’s Apple coverage, this keynote might be the most consequential in years. Translation: Apple will finally charge you more for the same rectangle.
iPhone 17 Price: First Kidney or Both?
Here’s the expected India pricing that’ll make your savings account feel personally attacked:
- iPhone 17 Air: ₹89,000
- iPhone 17: ₹79,900
- iPhone 17 Pro: ₹1,45,000
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: ₹1,64,900
For context, ₹1.64 lakh could also buy you:
- A brand-new Royal Enfield bike 🚲
- A full wedding buffet for 200 guests 🍲
- Or a 2BHK rent deposit in Indore.
But hey, none of those can take “computational photos” of your cat. Priorities, right?
What’s New? (Apart From Price Hikes)
Apple insists it’s not just about looks — but let’s be honest, it’s mostly about looks. Here’s what you’re paying for:
- Slimmest Ever (iPhone 17 Air): At just 5.5 mm, this thing is thinner than your patience waiting for a salary hike. Downside? Smaller battery. Apple expects you to charge it more often than you check Instagram.
- Titanium Frames (Pro Models): Because stainless steel was so last season. Lighter, shinier, and premium — just like a Bollywood hero’s abs.
- A19 Bionic Chips: More powerful than ever. Apple claims you can run AI, edit 4K videos, and probably calculate your heartbreak’s ROI in milliseconds.
- Camera Madness: Pro Max may get a periscope telephoto zoom. In plain English: now you can zoom into your neighbor’s chai without leaving your balcony.
- Apple Intelligence: On-device AI that prioritizes privacy. Basically, Siri’s smarter cousin who doesn’t spill your secrets to the cloud.
👉 According to TechRadar’s iPhone coverage, Apple’s new AI tools will be the showstopper. Whether they’ll actually work in India before iPhone 19 is anyone’s guess.
Specs Comparison: The Buffet Menu 🍏
- iPhone 17: Aluminum frame, A19 Bionic, dual cameras, 60-120Hz display.
- iPhone 17 Plus: Bigger frame, same features. Basically “XL version.”
- iPhone 17 Pro: Titanium, A19 Pro chip, triple-lens with LiDAR, 120Hz ProMotion display.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: Everything the Pro has, but larger, plus a rumored periscope lens. Aka “the DSLR that still fits in jeans.”
- iPhone 17 Air: Super slim, dual cameras, smaller battery. Aka “beauty with compromises.”
Satirical Take: Apple’s Secret Formula
Every year, Apple’s formula is simple:
- Make it thinner.
- Call it revolutionary.
- Increase price by 20%.
- Show slow-motion videos of people smiling at concerts.
- End with Tim Cook saying, “It just works.”
And every year, we still line up outside stores like it’s the last iPhone ever.
Should You Buy the iPhone 17?
- If you’re an Apple loyalist: Yes, because Apple could sell you a brick with a glowing logo and you’d still call it “minimalist design.”
- If you’re a budget-conscious buyer: No, because you might faint when EMI starts eating 40% of your salary.
- If you’re a tech geek: Maybe, if you love experimenting with AI tools and computational photography.
- If you’re a student: Absolutely not. Your semester fees are crying already.
Related Post Suggestion
👉 “iPhone 17 ‘Awe Dropping’ Event: Apple’s Shiny New Toy Parade”
What do you think — is Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event truly awe-inspiring, or just jaw-dropping for your wallet? 🤔 Drop your thoughts below, share this blog with your Apple-fan friends, and tag the one who keeps upgrading every year just to post “New iPhone, who dis?” on Instagram.
Because let’s face it: half the fun of iPhone launches isn’t the phone. It’s the memes that follow. 🍏😂
