Apple made an iPhone for me - iPhone 17 Pro
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Go to shortlinus.com for all your case, screen protector, and overpriced stickers needs. Linus dives into the new iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. With upgraded cameras, impressive performance, and Apple’s best display yet, are these the first “Pro” iPhones that truly feel professional? Or is it just more of the same at a higher price?
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The video opens with the host examining the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max packaging, noting the minimal accessories included and the shift away from SIM tray or 3.5 mm adapters. He touts the new aluminum unibody frame and a redesigned vapor chamber, arguing that these changes deliver better cooling and significantly longer battery life, especially on the Pro Max with an impressive claimed 26 hours of continuous video playback. The host then shifts to the cameras, emphasizing that all three lenses on the Pro are 48 megapixels and highlighting features like improved time synchronization with professional workflows, which could appeal to production environments that rely on multiple cameras and mics. He discusses the IO on the bottom, the presence of a bottom speaker, and the dedicated action button on the left, explaining how these design choices affect usability and the overall value proposition of the Pro models. The display is evaluated for brightness, with claims of up to 3,000 nits outdoors and strong HDR performance, while real-world testing suggests the brightness is close to Apple’s figures but slightly affected by testing methodology. Finally, the host touches on the optional higher storage tiers, the price ladder, and the balance of premium features against cost, laying the groundwork for a broader assessment of whether these iPhones truly represent a professional-grade upgrade over prior generations.
Topics · technology · smartphones · reviews · unboxing · hardware
Questions answered
- What are the key hardware upgrades in the iPhone 17 Pro compared to the previous model?
- Key upgrades include an aluminum unibody frame with a redesigned vapor chamber for better cooling, a 48 MP main, ultrawide, and telephoto cameras, a more powerful A19 Pro CPU, USB-C with faster charging options, and a display capable of up to 3,000 nits outdoors with high HDR brightness.
- How does the reviewer assess battery life and charging performance?
- The reviewer notes up to 26 hours of continuous video playback on the Pro Max, values the fast charging up to around 40 watts on the Pro Max and 30 watts on the Pro, and observes that both reach about 50% in roughly 20 minutes, with full charging around two hours.
- Do the iPhone 17 Pro cameras offer any professional workflow advantages?
- Yes, the phones support Apple ProRAW style workflows with improved time sync using Genlog for coordinating multiple cameras and mics in a production timeline, enabling easier post-production synchronization.