iPhone 17 release is rumored for September: Everything you need to know ahead of the Apple fall event

Here is a 185-word summary of the key points from the article: The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to be announced in September, likely on September 9th according to leaks. The new phones will come with the latest iOS 26 software, which includes updates like redesigned Phone and Photos apps and new AI-powered features. The iPhone 17 lineup is rumored to include a base model, a Pro model, and a Pro Max variant. An "iPhone 17 Air" model is also expected, which will be thinner and lighter with a single camera lens and less powerful hardware. Pricing and storage details are still uncertain, but the Air may start at $900. In terms of design, the Pro models are expected to have a wider camera bump with a full-width "camera island". The phones will come in a range of color options, from more muted tones on the base model to bolder colors on the Pro variants. Alongside the new iPhones, Apple is also expected to announce updated Apple Watch models and potentially refreshed AirPods and AirTags. However, major Mac and iPad updates are likely to be saved for a later event.