#apple Ars Technica’s reviews found that the regular #iPhone 17’s A19 processor is often faster than iPhone Air's A19 Pro because of the Air’s worse heat dissipation.

Unlike the Air, the 17 also has a wide angle lens, macro mode, faster charging, and better battery life…for $200 less.

https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/09/review-apples-injects-just-the-right-amount-of-pro-into-the-regular-iphone-17/

Apple iPhone 17 review: Sometimes boring is best

The least exciting iPhone this year is also the best value for the money.

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