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Buy the iPhone 17 or wait for iPhone 18? My advice after years of phone reviews

With Apple scheduled to unveil the new iPhone 18 series next week, ask yourself these questions if you’re considering an upgrade.
Apple is getting ready to launch the iPhone 18 series. The iPhone 17 remains a strong device. Key considerations are costs and features. It’s that time of year: Apple has begun teasing its September event. Antsy fans and consumers are guessing what will be new with the upcoming iPhones, and my dad just texted me asking if it makes any sense to pick up an iPhone 17 at the mall this weekend. I responded with two words: it depends. While most people should absolutely wait until Apple unveils the details of the expected iPhone 18 series next week before pulling…
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