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iPhone 17 Pro 1TB
The iPhone 17 Pro was announced by Apple on September 14, 2025, and became available for pre-order shortly after, with shipping starting around September 20, 2025. As of October 18, 2025, it’s widely available through Apple Stores, carriers, and retailers. The 1TB storage variant is the top-tier option for users needing maximum capacity for high-resolution video, large apps, and extensive photo libraries. It’s available in colors like Silver, Deep Blue, and Cosmic Orange.
Key Specifications
Here’s a summary of the main specs for the iPhone 17 Pro (1TB):
Feature Details Display 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, Always-On, up to 2,000 nits brightness, Ceramic Shield front Processor A19 Pro chip (6-core CPU, 6-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) Camera System Triple 48MP rear (Wide, Ultra Wide, 5x Telephoto); 12MP TrueDepth front; ProRes video, 8K recording, new Photographic Styles Battery Up to 29 hours video playback (eSIM-only models); wireless charging, MagSafe up to 25W Storage Options 256GB (starting), 512GB, 1TB Connectivity 5G (Sub-6 GHz and mmWave in supported regions), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C (USB 3 speeds) Dimensions & Weight 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm; 199g (titanium frame) OS iOS 19 (upgradable to iOS 26 with new features like enhanced Siri and Apple Intelligence) Other IP68 water/dust resistance, Face ID, Emergency SOS via satellite eSIM Support
The iPhone 17 Pro fully supports eSIM technology, which is Apple’s preferred method for cellular connectivity. Key points:
- eSIM-Only in Select Regions: In countries like the US, Canada, Japan, Mexico, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Guam, and Puerto Rico, the iPhone 17 Pro is eSIM-only—no physical SIM tray. This design allows for a larger battery (e.g., ~4,252 mAh vs. ~3,988 mAh in SIM tray models), providing up to 2 extra hours of video playback.
- Hybrid in Other Regions: In places like the UK, Europe, Australia, India, and China, it supports both eSIM and a physical nano-SIM tray (China uses dual physical SIMs without eSIM).
- Capabilities: Stores up to 8+ eSIM profiles, uses 2 simultaneously (e.g., for dual lines or travel). Activation is quick via QR code, app, or carrier profile—over 600 carriers worldwide support it, including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and international options like Vodafone.
- Travel Perks: Easily switch carriers abroad without swapping cards; apps like Airalo or Holafly make global data simple.
- Compatibility Note: Requires a carrier that supports eSIM. If traveling to non-eSIM regions, consider a backup device or physical SIM adapter (though not native).
If you’re in an eSIM-only region, setup is seamless: Power on, connect to Wi-Fi, and activate via your carrier’s instructions.



