iPhone 17 Pro Review: I Can't Believe Apple Did This!

iPhone 17 Pro / iPhone Air Giveaway:    • I Tried iPadOS 26 - Here’s What Blew Me Aw...  
Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro is more than a typical annual update. This time, it’s a complete rethink of what a pro phone should be. From the second you pick it up, the lighter, tougher build stands out, but it’s what’s inside that really sets this year apart. Apple has overhauled the thermal design with a new aluminum unibody and a vapor chamber cooling system, making it the first iPhone that stays cool even when you’re pushing it to the limit with AAA games, heavy AI, or pro-level 4K video editing. Pair that with the new A19 Pro chip and a battery that refuses to quit, and you’ve got an iPhone that’s finally engineered for creators, gamers, and anyone who hates compromise.

But the story doesn’t stop at raw power. The camera system is all about range and reliability, with a genuinely game-changing Fusion telephoto lens and a flexible new front camera that’s tailor-made for creators and everyday users alike. Throw in an ultra-bright 3000-nit display, fresh color options (yes, that cosmic orange is as good as it looks), and the iPhone 17 Pro starts to feel like Apple’s most complete upgrade in years. Dive in to see if this is finally the year to make the jump.

The new iPhone lineup has Ceramic Shield 2 for 3x better scratch resistance. This test is one of many testing methods. Residue from the tip is wiped off after the test.

IPHONE 17 PRO / IPHONE AIR GIVEAWAY!

To mark the release of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, I’m teaming up with Craft for this huge giveaway!

Here’s the deal: one winner gets their pick of a 512GB iPhone 17 Pro Max or a 1TB iPhone Air. Two more winners will each take home a pair of AirPods Pro 3. All brand new, shipped straight to you.

Entering is simple:

1) First, download the Craft app and create a free account during the giveaway window: https://www.craft.do/download

2) Leave a comment on my iPadOS 26 video with your favorite Craft feature and how you'd use it:    • I Tried iPadOS 26 - Here’s What Blew Me Aw...  

3) Be sure to include your social handle in the comment, so I know where to DM you if you win!

I’ll pick winners at random from everyone who entered during the giveaway period, which ends September 25th. Craft will help confirm that your account was created during the giveaway window, and I’ll DM winners directly on Instagram (@andru) or X (@AndruEdwards)

This is open to everyone, globally!

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