- Is the iPhone 17 Pro Max worth it over the smaller Pro?
- If screen size and battery life matter most, yes: the 6.9-inch display and 39-hour playback rating are the main differences. The smaller Pro uses the same A19 Pro chip and camera system, so you pay in size and weight for the extra screen and endurance.
- How long does the battery last?
- Apple rates it for up to 39 hours of video playback, the longest of any iPhone. In ordinary use that usually means two days between charges.
- Does it take a physical SIM card?
- No. It is eSIM only, so you activate a carrier plan digitally rather than inserting a card.
- Can I add more storage later?
- No. Storage is fixed at 256GB with no expandable slot, so choose capacity with your photo and video library in mind.
- What is in the box?
- The phone and a USB-C to USB-C cable in the original Apple box. No charger or case is included.
- How does the camera compare with the previous Pro Max?
- All three rear cameras are 48MP, with a 16x optical-quality zoom range across wide, ultra-wide and telephoto. The 18MP selfie camera is a step up for front-facing video.
- Where is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB (Unlocked) cheapest?
- At Viaero Wireless, for $33.31, 98% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB (Unlocked)?
- 12 stores we checked sell it, including Layby USA, Amazon, Viaero Wireless, Tello.com, Best Buy.