iOS Today (Audio) iOS 771: Hands On With the New iPhone - Why iPhone 17 Pro Feels Cooler (and Not Just the Looks)
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Sep 25, 2025 Mikah and Rosemary dive into Apple's latest iPhone, highlighting its innovative vapor cooling and revamped camera features. They explore the practicality of the new crossbody strap and its benefits for accessibility. Expect candid setup experiences, including a debate on data transfer methods. The hosts also discuss performance upgrades, battery life, and the 48MP camera's impressive zoom capabilities. Plus, they touch on Apple's environmental efforts with the Redwood Restore Fund. Accessory recommendations include the tech woven case and screen protectors.
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Launch Day Setup Stories
- Mikah and Rosemary describe their launch-day deliveries and multi-box packaging experiences.
- Both used phone-to-phone and iCloud methods to set up quickly and smoothly after receiving their devices.
Cooling Reduces Throttling
- The iPhone 17 Pro runs noticeably cooler during intensive tasks thanks to vapor cooling and an aluminum unibody.
- Lower heat reduces throttling and maintains sustained performance during setup and heavy use.
Camera Upgrades Change Usage
- The 48MP sensors and 8x optical zoom markedly improve low-light and long-range shots.
- New front square sensor and selfie picture-in-picture features expand creative capture use cases.