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ziomangrovia

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I have iPhone XS bought on 2019 and I would like new one on next September.
What do you think ? It's good Time to buy new model because I read it will arrive 18 version.
What model should I buy ?
 
It's reported that only the Pro models will be released this Autumn with the standard 18 being released next Spring sometime.

If you're coming from a XS, I personally would just get a base level 17 - the difference will be night and day!
You forgot the foldable this September.

Op: to recommend something, one has to give a few boundaries. Budget, what u wanna do, what is your preference? E.g. battery life over weight or screen size and so on.

Its like asking what BMW model do you recommend. It depends 😉
If u are single i wouldn’t recommend a 7 seater
 
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I'm talking about new device on September 2026
Depends on what you are after I guess. If you can get a good deal on a iPhone 17 today it will feel like a substantial update to the XS that you have. The Pro models are a bit bulkier and since the XS is small maybe the 17 will be as close as you can get is size is important.
 
You forgot the foldable this September.

Op: to recommend something, one has to give a few boundaries. Budget, what u wanna do, what is your preference? E.g. battery life over weight or screen size and so on.

Its like asking what BMW model do you recommend. It depends 😉
If u are single i wouldn’t recommend a 7 seater
I'm looking for small screen, best battery life, good photos... and other 7 years ! 😄
I thought iPhone 17 prices would drop with the release of the model 18 Pro
 
Well than the normal iphone 17 or pro if u want to have the tele lens.
The max models would give extra 20% battery life. But feel huge over XS.

Regarding the recent price increase by Apple, it wont be as cheap as the years before. But 3rd party resellers usually give 100$ or more discounts after the release of 18.
I usually buy used iphones with warranty to save money. The 16 pro or even 15 pro are still very good phones. Each year the battery and camera is a bit better. so in the end it’s how important camera is for you and what is your price limit.
 
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I'm looking for small screen, best battery life, good photos... and other 7 years ! 😄
I thought iPhone 17 prices would drop with the release of the model 18 Pro

You will get a great deal from network operators trying to unload unsold stock before the new iPhones.

If your going to keep it for 7 years, get a pro.
 
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