Mid-rangeSold officially in UAE
iPhone 17
Apple · Released September 2025
UAE price
From AED 3,799
Apple RRP, 256GB. 512GB AED 4,649. Some retailers list it from AED 3,399. Checked October 2026.
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Our verdictThe iPhone I recommend most. Unless you need the zoom camera, it does 90% of what a Pro does.
Best for: Most iPhone buyers.
Pros and cons
Why buy it
- 120Hz screen finally on the base iPhone
- 256GB base storage
- Best-value current iPhone
Think twice if…
- No telephoto
- No standard iPhone 18 until spring 2027
Key specs
| Display | 6.3-inch, ProMotion (120Hz), Always-On |
|---|---|
| Chip | A19 |
| RAM | Not published by Apple |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear cameras | Dual 48MP (main + ultra wide) |
| Front camera | 18MP Center Stage |
| Battery | Up to 30 hours video playback (Apple claim) |
| Durability | IP68 (up to 6m for 30 min) |
| SIM | eSIM only |
| Unlock | Face ID |
| Software | iOS 27 |
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