iPhone 17 256GB eSIM only

iPhone 17 (256GB, eSIM-Only)

The iphone 17 256gb esim only is Apple’s latest flagship smartphone, unveiled on September 9, 2025, and released on September 26, 2025. This configuration features 256GB of storage and is eSIM-only, meaning it supports digital SIMs exclusively (no physical SIM tray) for enhanced security, flexibility, and space efficiency—allowing for a slightly larger battery. It pairs with iOS 26 and requires an iPhone-compatible carrier that supports eSIM (over 500 worldwide, including major U.S. providers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon).

iPhone 17 (256GB, eSIM-Only)

Key Features

• Display and Design: 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with ProMotion (120Hz refresh rate) and up to 2,000 nits peak brightness. Ceramic Shield front, aerospace-grade aluminum frame, and IP68 water/dust resistance. Dimensions: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8mm; weight: 170g. Available in five colors: Black, White, Lavender, Mist Blue, Sage.
• Performance: A19 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine for seamless Apple Intelligence features like visual intelligence and Writing Tools. Starts at 8GB RAM.
• Camera System: 48MP Fusion main camera with 2x optical zoom, 12MP ultrawide, and Center Stage-enabled 12MP TrueDepth front camera for 4K video and advanced computational photography.
• Battery and Charging: Up to 29 hours video playback (extra capacity thanks to eSIM design). Supports 20W MagSafe wireless, 25W wired, and USB-C.
• Connectivity and Other: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, Ultra Wideband chip, 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), dual eSIM support. Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, and accessibility features like Live Listen.

Design & Build

• Aerospace-grade aluminum frame (standard iPhone)

• Ceramic Shield front glass for durability

• Back glass (non-Pro models)

• IP68 water and dust resistance

Display

• 6.3″ Super Retina XDR OLED display

• 120 Hz ProMotion adaptive refresh rate

• HDR10 + Dolby Vision support, True Tone

• Outdoor peak brightness ~3,000 nits (for HDR / sunlight)

• Performance

• Apple A19 chip (3 nm architecture)

• 6-core CPU + 5-core GPU + 16-core Neural Engine (rumored / reported)

• 8 GB RAM (LPDDR5)

• 256 GB NVMe internal storage

• iOS 26 (launch OS)

Camera System

• Dual 48 MP “Fusion” rear camera system (Main + Ultra Wide)

• Main: 48 MP, f/1.6, sensor-shift OIS

• Ultra Wide: 48 MP, f/2.2

• 2× optical-quality telephoto via cropping (from main)

• Front camera: 18 MP with Center Stage and Dual Capture (square sensor)

• Features: Night Mode, Deep Fusion, Photonic Engine, Portrait modes, macro, etc.

• 4K video recording (Dolby Vision HDR, up to 60fps for standard)

Connectivity

• eSIM only (no physical SIM slot) — supports dual-eSIM in regions where permitted

• Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread support via N1 chip

• Ultra Wideband (UWB) Gen2, NFC, GPS and GNSS support

• USB-C (data/charging) — likely USB 2.0 speeds for non-Pro variant

Battery & Charging

• Battery capacity: ~3,692 mAh (14.351 Wh)

• Fast charging: 40 W (to ~50% in ~20 minutes)

• Wireless charging: MagSafe / Qi 2 support

Other Specs

• Dimensions: 149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm

• Weight: ~177 g