Apple's Daring iPhone 17 Pro Max Shakes Up the Smartphone Landscape

On September 2025, Apple announced its new iPhone 17 lineup, including the flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max, at the company's Awe-Dropping Event. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has been met with much fanfare, as Apple is once again experimenting with the design of its phones after years of playing it safe.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max's most noticeable and potentially controversial design change in years sets it apart from its closest competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, which has retained its signature look. Both flagship phones feature versatile camera setups and plenty of power, but they cater to different types of users.

For video enthusiasts, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is the clear choice. It supports ProRes RAW video recording capabilities, allowing filmmakers greater creative freedom over their recordings. The phone can capture 4K Dolby Vision videos at up to 120 fps via the main camera and up to 60 fps on the other two sensors. Additionally, the front camera has been upgraded to 18MP with Center Stage support, providing "ultrastabilized videos" for creators.

Another key advantage of the iPhone 17 Pro Max is its compatibility with MagSafe accessories. If you're an existing iPhone user with MagSafe-compatible accessories, such as a magnetic tripod or power bank, these will only work with the new iPhones, making the iPhone 17 Pro Max the logical choice to maintain your investment.

Furthermore, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers more local storage space for creators, with a 2TB variant available, compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra's maximum of 1TB. However, the Samsung flagship's display has been praised for its anti-reflective and anti-smudge properties, making it easier to view and read outdoors than the iPhone 16 Pro.