The iPhone 17 is generating a lot of buzz for its slimmer design and advanced capabilities.

The standout feature is the Center Stage front camera, optimized for selfies in any orientation — a response to the more than 500 billion selfies iPhone users took last year.

"So we think it's gonna make people's selfie game even better," said Kaiann Drance, Apple's VP of iPhone marketing.

But are the redesigned camera, improved storage, or new color options enough to justify spending $800 or more on an upgrade?

Should you buy an iPhone 17, or buy a new battery for your old phone?

Patrice Coleman, who owns an iPhone 15, expressed interest in upgrading. But Bella Maynard, who has a 16 Pro Max, plans to hold off.

"Since I just got a new phone, probably not," Maynard said.

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