The iPhone 17, announced on September 9, 2025, and released on September 19, is Apple's nineteenth-generation smartphone, succeeding the iPhone 16 with a larger 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display that finally brings the smooth 120Hz ProMotion and always-on technology to a non-Pro model. Available in five colors (Lavender, Sage, Mist Blue, White, and Black), the base model now starts at $799 with 256GB of storage, eliminating the 128GB option entirely. Powered by the new Apple A19 chip and the Apple-designed N1 networking chip (supporting Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0), it still relies on Qualcomm's Snapdragon X80 modem for cellular connectivity. The camera system features a 48MP Fusion main and ultra-wide lens, while a new 18MP front camera enables Dual Capture, and the device introduces Memory Integrity Enforcement (MIE)—a security feature designed to make mercenary spyware exploit chains far more expensive and difficult to build. Praised by IGN as "Apple's best entry-level iPhone in years," the device earned kudos for its display and faster 40W charging, though reviewers noted weak low-light camera performance and occasional stuttering in heavy games like Assassin's Creed Mirage.