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iPhone 17 No love for the base model?
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im especially interested in difference from 15pro to 17
the 15pro ones are soooo good
I always put my phone in my purse in a side pocket. I don't put anything else in that pocket, just the phone.
Taking the phone in and out of the sleeve whenever you put it back in the purse is probably going to be a hassle.
15Pro to 17 base ... so far I have been very impressed with it. Runs cool for me, is lighter, has great battery life, and apart from the annoyances of IOS26 I'm pretty happy.
It's worth the wait, especially if coming from another base phone, or a much older Pro.
The transfer of everything from old to new works well (apart from the hassle of banking apps needing to be re-authenticated) and the new phone is ready to be used immediately.
There's nothing hugely different, just everything seems slightly better than the old phone. However, there is quite a bit of new stuff to enjoy: AOD, smoother scrolling, better camera, an action button* and a camera button** to name the ones I can think of off the top of my head.
* I'll probably end up putting it back to its default, but right now I'm playing with shortcuts and attaching that to the button - so much potential, as a shortcut can determine the orientation of a phone, its lock status, if an app is running etc and do different things depending on those.
** I'm still getting to grips (hah) with this one. It's all to do with finger placement. I already enabled then quickly disabled the AE/AF lock as I kept focus locking on the wrong thing by accident and getting blurred photos. I'm still practising. Apart from quick snaps, in which case its best to just leave it alone and quickly take the photo, it's going to be useful for me.
The transfer of everything from old to new works well (apart from the hassle of banking apps needing to be re-authenticated) and the new phone is ready to be used immediately.
There's nothing hugely different, just everything seems slightly better than the old phone. However, there is quite a bit of new stuff to enjoy: AOD, smoother scrolling, better camera, an action button* and a camera button** to name the ones I can think of off the top of my head.
* I'll probably end up putting it back to its default, but right now I'm playing with shortcuts and attaching that to the button - so much potential, as a shortcut can determine the orientation of a phone, its lock status, if an app is running etc and do different things depending on those.
** I'm still getting to grips (hah) with this one. It's all to do with finger placement. I already enabled then quickly disabled the AE/AF lock as I kept focus locking on the wrong thing by accident and getting blurred photos. I'm still practising. Apart from quick snaps, in which case its best to just leave it alone and quickly take the photo, it's going to be useful for me.
It looks like the iPhone 17 is sold out, and the waiting time is uncertain. The carrier only promises to inform you when it will arrive. Amazon doesn't have any in stock, either. The Air is available everywhere for same or next day delivery, but it seems to have no (or not many) takers.
It’s still available from the Apple Store. That is where I ordered. Delivery October 21-28. Mine due 7-14 will no doubt be extended.
That's not actual availability, but a proposed delivery time of three weeks or more. Not sold over the counter. When I purchased my M4 Mac Mini, I had to wait until it was manufactured in China and shipped over, passing through Czechia. It was considered a product of China upon entering my country. When your phone arrives, check the paperwork—it will indicate "product of China," even if you live in the US. It isn't sent directly to you from the Apple Store, but rather through a delivery point.
The local Apple Stores in the Los Angeles area have the White, Sage Green and Lavender 256GB available for pickup today.
They restock a few times each week. Just got to be diligent with checking.
Good to hear. Where I live, it isn't available over the counter yet, so I'm also going to wait until it becomes available either over the counter or at my carrier.
I understand that. I have had IPhones since the 3. I used to order from Best Buy but that got annoying and I started dealing with Apple directly trading in. I remember a time you could track your phone on its journey from China. Not sure that’s done anymore. Thanks for your input. Fingers crossed mine arrives on time. Have a great day.
I got the base 17 256gb in black and it’s perfect. I couldn’t be happier. I’m glad I didn’t go with the Air. I’m not a fan of that camera bump and there’s too many compromises in the Air. I feel that this year base upgrade is definitely the win for this year. I’m really not a fan of this years Pro design and colour choices.
I also have the base 17 in black on order and feel the same about this years Pro models. How's the screen on your iPhone 17? Some people are reporting green shift when slightly tilting the phone.
The screen is perfect. No issues it all. No issues when tilting.
I am also awaiting the black 17. I have a 15 which will go to my significant other. I will be checking my screen for sure. Supposed to deliver 10-7 to 10-14. I wish I would have preordered but I needed to decide between the 16 or 17 and read what people thought of the base 17. Reviews seem pretty good.
15pro is driving me mad with the constant overheating or random getting hot. and battery on the 15pro is thrash - how do get through a day with a full battery?
I ordered the 17 base black on 9/20. Apple just took the money and it’s preparing for shipment. I’ll have to make sure I’m home to sign. So excited to try out this new phone. Delivery dates have slipped when ordering from Apple. If it’s coming express does anyone know the timeframe to receive??
You should receive pretty quickly. Enjoy your new phone when you get it. I went from a 15 Pro to a base black iPhone 17 and really like the weight and design.
Thank you. I will. I should have it by Friday. Sounds like people who switched are happy they did. So happy I went with the 17 over the 16 after reading reviews.