"Jason Hiner/ZDNET lineup launched last month, bringing four new devices to the table. As expected, the series consists of upgrades to past models such as the , , and iPhone 17 Pro Max. But this generation is shaking things up by introducing the -- a new addition that Apple says is "the thinnest iPhone ever made." And for the first time in several generations, there will not be a "Plus" model."
"Also: I tested the iPhone 17 Pro Max, and this feature alone justifies an upgrade from the 16 Beyond the iPhone Air, the series also brings in sweeping upgrades across the board. The iPhone 17 series will have higher-quality displays, greater overall performance, and refined camera systems for better photography and video capture. Each of the four smartphones shares many of these improvements; however, each one offers its own distinctive features that allow it to stand out from the others."
"For the first time, Apple is bringing its ProMotion display technology to a base iPhone. This will allow the to house a notably vibrant screen with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz. A feature like this enables "supersmooth scrolling, immersive gaming, improved efficiency." Its glass is protected by Ceramic Shield 2, a new feature that provides better resistance to damage and reduced glare. Another benefit of ProMotion is that it has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz."
The iPhone 17 lineup includes four models with upgrades across displays, performance, and cameras. A new thin Air model debuts, billed as the thinnest iPhone ever, and Apple removed the Plus model. The base iPhone 17 gains ProMotion with adaptive refresh up to 120Hz and Ceramic Shield 2 for improved durability and reduced glare. Overall improvements target smoother scrolling, gaming, energy efficiency, and better photo and video capture. Each model shares core upgrades but retains distinct features to serve different buyer priorities. Buyers must weigh display quality, camera capabilities, and form factor when choosing among the four models.
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