iPhone 17 Air Launch in India Faces Strong Android Rivals

Apple’s iPhone 17 Air has officially arrived in India, starting at ₹1,19,900 for the 256GB variant and rising to ₹1,59,900 for the top-end 1TB model. The device introduces a slimmer design and integrates seamlessly into the Apple ecosystem. However, it comes with a single 48MP rear camera, which has raised questions among buyers expecting a more versatile premium setup.

 iPhone 17 Air vs Android

Android Alternatives for the iPhone AirSeveral Android flagships are emerging as strong alternatives, offering advanced camera systems, larger batteries, and faster charging at competitive prices.

• Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Priced at ₹80,499 (256GB), it features a 200MP quad-camera setup, telephoto, ultrawide, periscope lenses, S-Pen support, a larger battery, and Snapdragon’s Elite chipset.

• OnePlus 13: Around ₹76,999 (16GB RAM/512GB), with a triple 50MP Hasselblad camera, 6000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging.

• Google Pixel 10 Pro: Retailing at ₹1,02,990, offering AI-powered triple-lens photography and seven years of software updates.

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: Priced at ₹1,04,999 (12GB/256GB), features 200MP AI camera, titanium frame, Galaxy AI capabilities, and all-day battery life.

• Vivo X200 Pro 5G: At ₹94,999 (16GB/512GB), powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400, with 6.78-inch AMOLED display, 200MP telephoto camera, and a 6000mAh battery with 90W fast charging.

While the iPhone 17 Air shines in design and ecosystem integration, Android alternatives offer more powerful hardware and versatile features, giving buyers multiple options in this premium price segment.