Apple’s iPhone 17 series generated more than $170 billion in global sales during its first year, up 11% from the iPhone 16 generation and the highest result for any iPhone lineup, according to Counterpoint Research. The base iPhone 17’s first-year sales rose 1.3 times from its predecessor and ranked as the world’s best-selling smartphone in the first half of the year, while the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max placed second and third, respectively. Features previously limited to Pro models helped strengthen the standard version, while the Pro devices attracted users seeking Apple Silicon and upgraded cameras. China was the largest growth driver, with sales up 35% from the previous model and representing about 24% of global series sales. Counterpoint said Apple’s relatively stable pricing also supported demand as Android manufacturers raised prices or adjusted specifications in response to higher memory and component costs. The firm expects Apple’s next cycle to include new Pro models and a first foldable iPhone, followed by standard models in 2027.