Standard iPhone 18 production reportedly starts in late November
A big first run, months before the spring 2027 launch, while Apple reportedly ordered fewer parts for the iPhone 18 Pro.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Guide
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Apple stopped selling the 17 Pro Max on September 9, the day it announced the iPhone 18 Pro Max, so you'll find it at carriers and stores clearing stock. Apple rates it at 39 hours of video playback against the 17 Pro's 33, on a 6.9-inch 120Hz display at 3,000 nits, with the same 48MP main, ultra-wide and 4x telephoto. It weighs 233g and is 8.75mm thick.
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Where to buy
We do not track a store selling Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max new now. The iPhone 18 Pro Max replaced it on September 18, 2026.
Price by generation
How the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max line has been priced across generations.
Reveal to on sale
How long after the reveal can you actually buy one?
17 Pro Max10 days
18 Pro Max9 days
iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale 9 days after its reveal; iPhone 17 Pro Max took 10.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Using it
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 6.9 inches.
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 256GB to 2TB of storage. There are 4 sizes: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G. Sub-6 and mmWave, the fast short-range band included.
Does it unlock with my face?
Yes, it unlocks with your face.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 233g.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 48MP main camera, one of 3 rear cameras. The front camera is 18MP.
What video can it shoot?
It shoots 4K at 120fps. That is its highest setting.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 7. It also has ultra-wideband, for precise finding and Thread, for smart-home accessories.
What colours does it come in?
It comes in 3 finishes. Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue, Silver.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
The screen reaches 3000 nits at its brightest. It packs 460 pixels into every inch.
How thick is it?
It is 8.75mm thick.
Does it do contactless payments?
Yes, it has NFC for contactless payments.
Battery and charging
How long does the battery last?
It runs 35 hours playing streamed video. That is 39 hours playing video.
How fast does it charge?
It charges in 20 minutes, to 50%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
Does it charge wirelessly?
Yes, it charges wirelessly. It takes up to 25W on a wireless pad.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP68. Immersion beyond a metre is officially stated. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
When did the iPhone 17 Pro Max come out?
It went on sale September 19, 2025. Announced September 9, 2025.
Is there a newer one?
Yes: the iPhone 18 Pro Max, out September 18, 2026.
What colors does it come in?
Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue, Silver.
Returns and warranty
Is water damage covered?
Water damage not covered For iPhone and Apple Vision Pro the warranty names liquid contact as an excluded cause, and Apple's iPhone water page says liquid damage is not covered under warranty. The Apple Watch warranty's version of the same clause does not list liquid contact; see the Apple Watch overrides.
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