Apple has officially unveiled its new iPhone 17 lineup and, for the first time, a completely new model: the iPhone Air . Extremely thin, new cameras, AI-powered performance, and a redesigned software experience – the brand is pushing the boundaries once again. And that's not all: the AirPods Pro 3 also arrive with a major surprise – a built-in heart rate sensor .

In this article, MAHID GADGETS summarizes all the new features.

iPhone 17: The perfect balance between performance and battery life

The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with 120Hz ProMotion and a peak brightness of 3000 nits . It is powered by the new A19 chip , which is faster and more energy-efficient, and offers extended battery life .

On the photography side, Apple offers a dual 48MP Fusion sensor with improved night mode, 2x optical zoom, and a new 18MP Center Stage front sensor capable of automatically cropping your selfies and even recording in Dual Capture (front + rear).

iPhone Air: the star of the event

This is the big new thing for 2025: the iPhone Air .

• Record thickness: only 5.6 mm — the thinnest smartphone ever designed by Apple.
• Titanium frame and Ceramic Shield 2 on the front and rear for increased resistance to scratches and drops.
• 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR display , 120Hz ProMotion, up to 3000 nits of brightness.
• A19 Pro chip with an internal design optimized for heat dissipation.
• 48MP Fusion main camera , next-generation portraits with Focus Control, 4K HDR 60fps video, and Action mode for extreme stabilization.

The iPhone Air positions itself as the design & elegance option, without compromising on power.

iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: Extreme power and pro-level photography

The Pro models take things to the next level with:

• 6.3 and 6.9 inch Super Retina XDR screen (depending on the model).
• A19 Pro chip with vapor chamber cooling for long and intensive gaming sessions.
• Triple 48MP Fusion camera with up to 8x optical zoom (200mm equivalent).
• ProRes RAW and Apple Log 2 video for professional creators.
• iOS 26 + Apple Intelligence : live translation, automatic summarization, and contextual intelligence integrated into native apps.

The Pro Max remains the absolute benchmark for users seeking performance and photo/video versatility.

🎧 AirPods Pro 3: Sound… and now health

The new AirPods Pro 3 not only improve sound quality and ANC (up to 2x better than the previous generation), but they also add a brand-new feature:

• Built-in heart rate sensor : the smallest ever designed by Apple, capable of measuring your heart rate, calories burned and more than 50 types of workouts via the Fitness app.
• Live Translation : instant translation in your ears during conversations, calls or travel.
• Improved ergonomics : 5 sizes of tips (including XXS) for a customized comfort.
• IP57 resistance to water, sweat and dust.
• Up to 8 hours of listening time with ANC (and over 30 hours with the charging case).

With these new features, the AirPods Pro 3 become not only premium headphones, but also a tool for everyday health and productivity .

⚡ Conclusion: Air or Pro, which one to choose?

This generation marks a turning point:

• The iPhone Air stands out as the thinnest and most elegant iPhone, ideal for those who prioritize design.
• The iPhone 17 Pro Max remains the ultimate option for photo, video and intensive performance.
• And the AirPods Pro 3 add a new health dimension, confirming Apple's strategy towards devices that are increasingly connected to your daily life.

👉 At MAHID GADGETS, we closely follow all these innovations. And you, are you more of an “Air” person for its slimness, or a “Pro Max” person for its power?