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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