If you have a browse of our guide to the best phones, then right at the top, in pride of place, is the iPhone 17. It was released in September 2025 and is the best phone for most people on account of its A19 chip, superfast 120Hz ProMotion display, scratch-resistant Ceramic Shield 2 display cover, 256GB starting storage capacity, and outstanding feature set.
That's before we even get to the iPhone 17's camera hardware, which includes a 48MP main lens with 2x telephoto capabilities, a 48MP ultra-wide lens, and an 18MP selfie lens that matches the front camera upgrade on the Pro models. In all, it's a fantastic camera system that delivers excellent results.
