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Kerry Wan/ZDNETApple announced its new iPhone 17 lineup at the Awe-Dropping Event in Cupertino, California, on Tuesday. After years of playing it safe, the company is experimenting with the design of its phones. The iPhone 17 Pro Max sports its most noticeable (and maybe controversial) design changes in years. By contrast, its closest competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, retains its signature look. The two flagship phones feature versatile camera setups, plenty of power, and a slew of features. Each will suit a specific type of user. Also: Apple Event live updates: Everything announced If you’re wondering which of the two Apple or Samsung phones should be your next daily driver, let me break it down for you. Here’s how the new Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max compares to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.SpecificationsApple iPhone 17 Pro MaxSamsung Galaxy S25 UltraDisplay6.9″ AMOLED with 120Hz, 3000 nits peak6.9″ QHD AMOLED 120Hz, 2600 nits peakWeight233 grams218 gramsProcessorApple A19 ProSnapdragon 8 EliteDimensions78 x 163.4 x 8.75mm77.6 x 162.8 x 8.2mmStorage256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB256GB, 512GB, 1TBBatteryN/A5000 mAhCamera48MP Fusion / 48MP Ultra Wide / 48MP telephoto / 18MP front200MP wide / 50MP telephoto (5x) / 10MP telephoto (3x) / 50 MP ultrawide / 12MP frontPrice$1,199$1,299Buy the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if… More

New to Apple’s most powerful smartwatch is satellite connectivity for emergency messages, pings,  and Find My syncing. The Watch Ultra 3 can last up to 42 hours, the longest rating of any Apple Watch.On the other hand, Apple’s more affordable smartwatch option gets the upgraded S10 chip, the Always On display for the first time, and gesture support like double-tap. New health features include temperature settings and sleep apnea notifications, and the sleep score feature. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 and SE 3 are available to preorder now, and will be officially available on Friday, Sept. 19. The Ultra 3 starts at $799, while the SE 3 watch costs $249 for preorders.  More

It’s almost fall, y’all. And you know what that means: pumpkin spice lattes, seasonal activities, leaves changing, and Apple (iPhone) picking. That’s right. Apple just unveiled the latest lineup of its flagship smartphones, launching four new models, including an uber-thin iPhone 17 Air. Also: Apple Event live updates 2025: iPhone 17, AirPods 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and more newsIf you’re planning on buying one of the newest iPhone 17 series smartphones, now is the perfect time to grab a few nifty accessories to pair with your perfect mobile pick. Preorders for the new devices are underway, but all these accessory options are available now. Luckily, I test mobile accessories, like MagSafe battery packs, MagSafe wallets, and MagSafe gear, all year round, including dozens of options fit for iPhones, new and old. Here are my favorite products that I’d recommend pairing with the new iPhone 17 lineup — some of which are on sale. For more on-site coverage of Apple’s iPhone 17 event, check out our sibling sites’ live blogs at CNET, PCMag, Mashable, and Lifehacker. More

Apple’s latest lineup of iPhone has arrived: On Wednesday at an Apple Event in Cupertino, the company unveiled the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the iPhone 17 Air — a brand new model and the thinnest iPhone ever made. The new phones feature the A19 chipset (and for the iPhone 17 Air, a new N1 chip), and, for the first time, a 120Hz ProMotion display, with a new camera module for the iPhone 17 Pro models. If you’re looking to upgrade, you can preorder the iPhone 17 from Apple More

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