Honestly, before you drop a ton of money on the new iphone 17 pro max, you gotta really think about what you’re getting for all that cash. When the iPhone 15 Pro came out, my best friend bought it right away, but he barely uses half the stuff it does. So ask yourself, like, do you actually need all the camera upgrades and the new chip, or is your current phone already super fast?

Another big thing is how long you wanna keep your phone. Since the price is so high, it makes more sense if you’re planning to use it for like three or four years, instead of getting a new one every time Apple announces something new. Also, check out what deals your carrier might have or if there’s any trade-in offers. Sometimes you can save a lot, which makes the huge price a little less scary.

And don’t forget about resale value. iPhones usually hold up pretty well, so if you plan to sell it later, you might get some of that money back. Still, only go for it if you feel the features actually make your daily life better, not just because it’s the next big thing.