US EditionThe Best Battery Life iPhone 17 Pro Models Are Not Sold in Every Country
Apple's eSIM-only iPhone 17 Pro models feature a 19% larger battery, offering up to two more hours of video playback than regions with physical SIM slots, enhancing user experience.
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Apple Is Making iPhone 17 And iPhone 17 Pro Models e-SIM Only In These Countries - Brand Spur
Sep 10, 2025 Apple is continuing its shift away from physical SIM cards, making the new iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max eSIM-only in a wider range of countries. This marks a significant change for consumers in these regions, who will now rely entirely on digital SIM cards. It is to be noted that the newly announced ultra-thin iPhone Air, however, will be an eSIM-only model worldwide, including in China. According to Apple, the …
The new iPhone 17 Pro offers two more hours of autonomy in the United States compared to models sold in other countries, including Spain. The reason is the removal of NanoSIM slot in the United States, where devices only accept eSIM. This extra space has been used to increase battery capacity, which increases the device’s duration. In Spain, iPhone 17 Pro still includes NanoSIM slot, so they have less autonomy. It is not possible to officially a…
Want the Best iPhone 17 Pro Battery Life? You Will Have to Buy It in the US
Based on specifications listed on the official website, Apple is offering a larger battery in iPhone 17 Pro models manufactured for the US compared to those it plans to sell in India. As per a report, this is due to the US-focused devices being eSIM-only, freeing up internal space occupied by the physical SIM tray.
Apple has started with the iPhone 17 series to extend the absence of physical SIM card slots to other models or countries. If you advertise an iPhone 17 Pro (Max) with pure eSIM support, you can expect up to two hours more running time. (Continue reading)
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