Apple iPhone 17 series to go on sale from Sept 19: Full prices, EMI options, availability in India

Apple has launched three new iPhone 17 models along with the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE 3, and AirPods Pro 3 earbuds. But the device that stole the spotlight at the company’s ‘Awe Dropping’ event last week was the all-new iPhone Air. It is said to be the slimmest iPhone ever made, measuring just 5.6mm in thickness.

iPhone 17 pricing, availability

In terms of the pricing, the iPhone 17 (256GB) base model starts at Rs 82,900. Its high-end siblings, the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) and iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB), have been priced at Rs 1,34,900 and Rs 1,49,900 respectively. Meanwhile, the slimmer iPhone Air model begins at Rs 1,19,900.

But where exactly will these devices be available for purchase? Similar to previous years, Apple’s own retail stores in India are expected to draw strong footfall once sales begin. These stores are located in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune. The company is also reportedly planning to launch a new store in Noida along with a second store in Mumbai sometime next year.

Beyond its physical presence, Apple also sells iPhones through its own online store that was first launched in India in 2020. The iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air is also expected to be available on e-commerce and quick commerce platforms like Flipkart, Amazon, Blinkit, etc.

iPhone 17 authorised retailers

The latest iPhone series will also go on sale both offline and online through authorised Apple distributors such as Reliance Digital, Croma, Vijay Sales, and Ingram Micro India, among others. Take a look at the EMI options, instant cashback, and exchange offers for the iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone Air.

Croma: Customers will be able to purchase the new lineup starting September 19, across 574 Croma stores in 206 cities, as well as online through its official website. The retailer is also accepting pre-orders. Croma is further offering an instant discount of Rs 6,000 during payment, and a six-month no-cost EMI option is also available, as per its website. There are no offer details available yet on the iPhone Pro, iPhone Pro Max, and iPhone Air.

Ingram Micro India: The new iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3 will be available for purchase via Ingram Micro India’s website, with pre-orders already live. The retailer is offering no-cost EMI for up to 24 months on iPhone 17 and on AirPods Pro 3. It also has a no-cost EMI option for up to 16 months on Apple Watch Ultra 3, Series 11, and SE 3. In addition, you can get upto Rs 7,000 exchange bonus on the iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air, and upto Rs 2,000 on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Watch Ultra 3 across all payment methods.

Vijay Sales: The retailer is now accepting pre-bookings for all new iPhone 17 models, including the ultra-slim iPhone Air. Customers can get a Rs 6,000 instant discount on the 256GB iPhone 17 variant, and Rs 4,000 off on the 2TB iPhone 17 variant as well as the two Pro models. Low-cost EMI starts from Rs 4,471/month for 24 months for the iPhone 17. The iPhone Air, meanwhile, comes with a Rs 4,000 instant discount on SBI Bank Credit card, and a low-cost EMI option starting from Rs 5,348/month for 24 months.

This time, Apple has slightly increased the price for all models in the iPhone 17 series. The iPhone 17 Pro series is more expensive than the iPhone 16 Pro series in India, but they are still more expensive when compared to markets like the US and Dubai. Check out iPhone 17 prices in the US, Dubai, Vietnam, and other regions here.

Lotus Electronics: The new iPhone lineup will be available for purchase via Lotus Electronics’ physical stores and website, starting from September 19.  The latest AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Watch Ultra 3 will also go on sale on the website. “Attractive launch offers, exchange deals, and easy EMI options will be offered to simplify upgrades,” the company said in a statement.