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About the Apple iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 is Apple's standard 2025 flagship, and for most people it is the iPhone to buy. It pairs the A19 chip with a 6.3-inch OLED screen and a 48MP main camera, and starts at 256GB. Pay-monthly deals start from £18.00 a month across UK networks. Every deal below shows its full price-rise schedule, so you can compare on the real cost rather than the headline rate.
Key takeaways
- 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen
- A19 chip, fast enough to last years of iOS updates
- 48MP main camera plus a 48MP ultra-wide
- 3,692 mAh battery, all-day for most users
- Starts at 256GB, with no memory card slot
Apple iPhone 17 specifications
- Display
- 6.3-inch (2622 x 1206)
- Storage
- 256GB / 512GB
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Front camera
- 18MP
- Battery
- 3,692 mAh
- 5G
- Yes
- Operating system
- iOS 26
- Weight
- 177g
- Memory card
- No
- Released
- September 2025
Key features
- 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- 48MP Fusion Main Camera+ 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide Camera
- 18MP selfie lens
- A19 chip
- Liquid Glass design
How to pick your iPhone 17 deal
Two numbers decide the real cost: the monthly price and any upfront fee. A low monthly with a high upfront often costs more overall than a flat deal, so sort by effective monthly cost to compare like for like. Pick a data allowance that matches how much you actually use rather than the biggest on offer, and choose a contract length you are happy to keep. If you already have a phone you like, a SIM-only plan is usually cheaper than a new contract.
Camera and display
The 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED is bright and sharp for video, games and everyday use. The 48MP main camera takes strong photos in good light and holds up well after dark, and the 48MP ultra-wide adds room for landscapes and group shots. The 18MP front camera is fine for video calls and selfies. There is no telephoto zoom lens, which is the main camera difference versus the Pro models.
Performance and battery
The A19 chip handles everything from daily apps to demanding games without fuss, and it should keep getting iOS updates for years. The 3,692 mAh battery comfortably lasts a full day for most people, with heavier users reaching the evening. It runs iOS 26 out of the box.
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro
The iPhone 17 Pro adds a telephoto zoom camera, a brighter display and a larger battery, and starts at more storage. Day to day the two feel very similar because they share the A19 chip and the same 48MP main camera. Choose the standard 17 unless you specifically want extra camera reach or the bigger screen, where the Pro earns its higher price.
How much storage do you need?
256GB suits most people, with room for photos, apps and a few offline downloads. Choose 512GB only if you keep large video libraries or games on the device, because there is no memory card slot to add space later.
Pros
- A19 chip keeps it fast through years of iOS updates
- Bright 6.3-inch OLED screen
- Strong 48MP main and ultra-wide cameras
- Starts at 256GB, double the old base storage
Cons
- No telephoto zoom lens, unlike the Pro models
- No memory card slot
- Upfront cost can be high on the lowest monthly plans
Our verdict
The iPhone 17 is the right iPhone for most buyers: flagship performance and a strong main camera, without paying Pro money for a zoom lens you may rarely use.
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Keep your current number by texting 'PAC' to 65075. It's free and takes minutes.
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Finish your application with your chosen retailer. Your new Apple iPhone 17 will be delivered and your number transferred automatically.
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