I tested the iPhone 17 for 24 hours, and I'm already questioning if I need a Pro

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• The iPhone 17 got major upgrades under the hood.
• At the $799 price point, users are getting Pro-level features.
• The iPhone 17 is available for purchase in-store starting Friday.

Typically, base model iPhones are often overlooked. Apple's launch of the iPhone 17 lineup made that even more the case, with the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro stealing all the attention. However, some time with the iPhone 17 and a look at the specs make it evident that it's the biggest win of the product season for most users.

While at a glance it may look the same as last year, in different, dare I say, cuter pastel colors, after using it for a couple of minutes, you'll be able to tell that it packs major ...