9to5Mac Daily iPhone 17 event recap
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Sep 10, 2025 Zach Hall, an Apple event attendee and tech enthusiast, shares his hands-on impressions of the iPhone 17 and AirPods Pro 3. He highlights the innovative foam ear tips and live translation features of the AirPods Pro 3. The discussion includes the impressive upgrades to the iPhone 17's camera and performance, as well as the revealing details about the iPhone Air and its advanced specifications. Zach also dives into the exceptional capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, including its battery life and upgraded camera, alongside new design elements and color options.
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AirPods Pro 3 Focus On Fit And Features
- Apple redesigned AirPods Pro 3 with foam tips to improve fit and noise isolation.
- Apple claims up to two times better ANC and added live translation and a heart rate sensor for fitness tracking.
Hands-On: Initial AirPods Pro 3 Impressions
- Zac Hall tried AirPods Pro 3 and couldn't instantly blind-test the ANC difference but appreciated the longer battery life.
- He said eight hours lets you get through a full night's sleep or a cross-country plane ride without charging.
iPhone 17 Brings Pro Display And Camera Tricks
- iPhone 17 base adds ProMotion, thinner bezels, and a center‑stage 18MP front camera for dynamic framing.
- Apple improved display durability with Ceramic Shield 2 and boosted brightness to 3000 nits for outdoor visibility.
