✅ iPhone 17 Series (Released)
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🧐 What’s the deal with iPhone emojis in 2025
Emojis on iPhones are tied to Apple’s operating system (iOS) updates. When Apple adds support for new Unicode emoji sets or designs (approved by the Unicode Consortium), they usually roll them out to users via iOS updates like iOS 18.4, iOS 26, etc. There are two types of “new emojis”:
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Already released – those that are live now if you update your device.
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Upcoming / expected – announced by Unicode, but may come later in iOS versions.
✅ Already Released: iOS 18.4 (March 31, 2025)
Apple introduced 8 new emojis in iOS 18.4. These are now usable on iPhones (as well as iPad, macOS, etc., with the corresponding versions).
Here are the new emojis:
Emoji Purpose / Where you might use it Face with Bags Under Eyes To express tiredness, exhaustion Fingerprint Identity, security, individuality Splatter (purple “splat”) An abstract, playful / artistic symbol Root Vegetable (radish / turnip etc.) Food / farmers / cooking contexts Leafless Tree Seasonal, metaphorical (change, autumn etc.) Harp Music, art, classical references etc. Shovel Gardening, work, digging etc. Flag of Sark A geographic flag – of the tiny Channel Island of Sark Also, the design for the Syrian flag emoji was updated in this releas
🔮 What’s Coming: New Emojis in iOS 26 / Unicode 17.0
More emojis have been announced under Unicode 17.0, and these are expected to arrive on iPhones in future updates (probably iOS 26.1 or 26.2, if not later).
Here are some of those upcoming additions:
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Apple Core
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Ballet Dancers
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Distorted Face
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Fight Cloud
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Hairy Creature (like Bigfoot)
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Orca
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Trombone
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Treasure Chest
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Landslide
These new emojis were announced around World Emoji Day (July 2025).
📅 When will they show up on your iPhone?
Event Estimated Time for iPhone Users Already released emojis (Unicode 16.0 via iOS 18.4) Now, if your iPhone is updated to iOS 18.4 or later. Upcoming Unicode 17.0 emoji set Likely in early to mid 2026 via an update (e.g. iOS 26.1 / iOS 26.2). Apple normally waits a little after an announcement to integrate the designs and perform testing. -
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🔍 Key Upgrades & New Features
Area | What's New / Improved |
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| Chip & Performance | All models use the new A19 chip (and A19 Pro for Pro/Max/Air), built on TSMC’s 3-nm process Expect better performance + efficiency, especially in Pro versions with improved thermal design to maintain sustained speed. |
| Display | Base iPhone 17 gains high-end display perks: 120Hz ProMotion, Always-On display even on non-Pro model. Higher brightness (especially outdoors), anti-reflective / low-glare coatings. |
| Cameras | Rear cameras are upgraded across the line: 48MP sensors (main + ultrawide), defaulting perhaps to 24MP for some use cases. Pro & Pro Max get better telephoto zoom (up to 8× optical in some reports) plus upgraded video support (ProRes RAW, “genlock”, etc.). Front camera also upgraded to ~18MP with Center Stage support; new “square sensor” to better adapt between portrait & landscape orientation. |
| Design & Build | Pro models shift to a different frame/panel design: new “camera plateau” on back, improved material for scratch / drop / scratch resistance ( Ceramic Shield 2, etc.). Better thermal management in Pro/Max versions: vapor chamber cooling, improved heat dissipation. |
| Storage & Options | Base storage bumped up: starting from 256 GB instead of lower tiers. Pro models go even higher, up to 1TB or 2TB in the Pro Max. |
| Battery Life & Charging | Battery life improved, especially in the Pro models; more hours of video playback, etc. Faster charging: 50% in ~20 minutes with proper adapter; improvements also in wireless / MagSafe / Qi-type charging. |
| Connectivity & Network | Upgraded modem and networking chips: better WiFi, Bluetooth, 5G, etc. Also new custom Apple “N1” networking chip in some models for things like WiFi 7 / improved signal handling. More countries / options with eSIM. |
| Software & Features | Ships with iOS 26, which brings new features, perhaps more AI / ML on the device, improvements in computational photography, etc. New security features: better memory integrity / safety features. |
⚠ What Might Be Less Exciting / Trade-Offs
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Although display enhancements are big, non-Pro models may still lag behind Pro / Pro Max in very high-end display specs or the best telephoto zoom.
Physical size & weight might increase for Pro / Max because of larger batteries or changes in internal design.
The fastest transfer speeds via USB-C might be limited in base models vs Pro models.
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🔭 What’s Coming Next (Rumors & Expectations)
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A lower-cost variant, the iPhone 17e, is expected to launch in spring 2026 (around April or May) as a more budget-friendly option.
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The iPhone 18 series is expected in September 2026, although there are reports that the standard model (non-Pro) might be delayed or released later.
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There’s talk of a foldable iPhone in the works, potentially part of the 2026 lineup
When does iPhone 17 come out
💰 Pricing in India (256 GB variants & up)Here are the launch prices for the major models. Prices increase with higher storage.
Model Starting Price (India) iPhone 17 (256 GB) ₹ 82,900 iPhone Air ₹ 1,19,900 iPhone 17 Pro ₹ 1,34,900 iPhone 17 Pro Max ₹ 1,49,900
🔍 Availability & Offers
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Available through Apple’s own retail and online stores in major cities: Delhi (Saket), Mumbai (BKC), Bengaluru (Hebbal), Pune (Koregaon).
Also sold via authorized retailers: Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, etc.
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Launch offers include exchange bonuses, instant discounts, and no-cost EMIs.
⚠ Things to Note
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All new iPhone 17 series models start with a minimum of 256 GB storage.
The announcements reflect a slight price increase for Pro models compared to the iPhone 16 series.
💵 Price (Starting / Base Models)https://www.airevs.in/
Here are some of the starting prices for various models, especially in India and the U.S.:
Model Starting Price (U.S.) Starting Price (India) iPhone 17 (base) US$799
₹82,90 iPhone 17 Air US$999 ₹1,19,900 iPhone 17 Pro US$1,099 ₹1,34,900 iphone release date india
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📅 Release / Availability Dates
📱 iPhone 17 Series: India Release & Highlights
🗓 Timeline
Pre-orders begin: 12 September 2025 (globally, including India).
On-sale in India: 19 September 2025.
Region Pre-order Begins On-sale Begins Global / U.S. & major markets 12 September 2025 19 September 2025 On sale from 19 September 2025

