iPhone 17 in Australia: Rumours, Features, Release Date

iPhone 17 set for 9 September: what to expect from Apple’s 2025 lineup

Apple has set the date for its next iPhone showcase. The iPhone 17 family is widely expected to debut on Tuesday 9 September at Apple Park in California, with the stream landing early Wednesday morning for Australians. Expect a fresh four-phone lineup, a slimmer “Air” model, display and connectivity upgrades, and a bigger focus on sustained performance.

Updated 27 August 2025, Gold Coast

Key points at a glance

Event set for Tuesday 9 September in Cupertino, which is around 3 am AEST on Wednesday 10 September.
New super thin iPhone 17 Air tipped to replace the Plus model, likely around 6.6 inches.
ProMotion 120 Hz and Wi-Fi 7 have been repeatedly rumoured across the lineup.
Selfie camera upgrade to 24 MP has strong backing.
Vapor chamber cooling expected on Pro models for better game and video performance.
Talk of a new camera bar style rear design continues, although the exact layout is still contested.

The lineup, in brief

Apple is on track to keep four models, with a thinner iPhone 17 Air stepping in for the Plus. Display supply chain reporting points to an Air size that Apple will round to 6.6 inches, sitting just under the 6.7 inch Plus of recent years. The Air is expected to chase lower weight and a slimmer chassis while keeping a large screen.

Displays and connectivity

Two upgrades are repeatedly flagged for all models this year. First, ProMotion 120 Hz on non-Pro phones, which would make scrolling and animations smoother. Second, Wi-Fi 7 for faster local speeds and lower latency when paired with a compatible router. If both land, even the base iPhone 17 would feel snappier in everyday use.

There was also talk of a tougher, anti-reflective display coating for Pro models, but reliable coverage suggests that plan has been pulled for now.

Cameras

On the front, the whole range is expected to jump to 24 MP, up from 12 MP, which should help with detail, cropping and low-light selfies. On the back, rumor momentum has built around a horizontal camera bar look, although some reports say Pro phones may stick closer to today’s layout. Treat the rear design as one to watch on launch day.

Performance and cooling

Inside, Apple’s next A-series chips are expected, with vapor chamber cooling on Pro models to keep performance steadier during longer gaming sessions or 4K video capture. That should reduce thermal throttling compared to prior generations.

Timing in Australia

Apple’s keynote is scheduled for Tuesday 9 September in California, which lines up as around 3.00 am AEST on Wednesday 10 September for the Gold Coast. Recent reporting suggests preorders and retail availability would follow Apple’s usual pattern later that week and the next, although exact dates are only confirmed during the show.

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What this means for buyers

If the ProMotion and Wi-Fi 7 rumours hold, the base iPhone 17 becomes a much easier recommendation for everyday users. Creators and gamers should keep an eye on the Pro models, where vapor chamber cooling and camera updates could make the biggest difference this year.

Note: This article covers credible pre-launch reporting. We will update once Apple confirms final specs and Australian availability at the event.