Primary Technology Chance Miller of 9to5Mac on iPhone Air vs iPhone 17 Pro, AirPods Pro 3, and More
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Sep 11, 2025 Chance Miller, Editor-in-Chief of 9to5Mac, shares his hands-on insights from the latest Apple event. He dives into the differences between the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro, focusing on design and performance. Miller highlights the new ergonomic foam tips of AirPods Pro 3 that enhance comfort and noise cancellation. The discussion also touches on Spotify's rollout of lossless audio and examines the cultural significance of new smartphone colors. The evolving influence of tech media on Apple's audience engagement strategy is another key topic.
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Heavier Pros Buy Performance
- Pro models grew heavier despite aluminum because Apple increased battery size and improved thermals with vapor chambers.
- Apple highlighted 40% better sustained performance for the A19 Pro versus 16 Pro as justification.
Base 17's Upgrades Are Underappreciated
- Adding ProMotion to the base iPhone 17 is a major UX upgrade that many overlooked amid Air and Pro noise.
- Chance argues Air likely won't outsell base or Pro models because it trades notable hardware features for style.
Use The Bumper To Protect The Display
- Use Apple's new bumper case to protect the screen from face‑down drops since it raises the edge above surfaces.
- Expect the camera mesa to still contact the ground, so handle the phone carefully when placed back‑down.