iPhone 17 Launch In India: Massive Queues, First Buyers, & New Features Unveiled

A chaotic morning for die-hard Apple fans in Mumbai as the iPhone 17 series officially went on sale in India. The excitement quickly turned ugly when a scuffle broke out in the long queue, with slaps and punches exchanged before security rushed in to control the situation. Hundreds had lined up outside Apple’s official retail stores in Mumbai and Delhi, some camping overnight with umbrellas, coffee, and chargers to be among the first to buy the latest iPhones. Apple’s new lineup includes the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the all-new iPhone Air along with AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11. Fans say they’re excited about the phones’ battery backup, sleek design, and premium features.