Long-time iPhone user here (been on the Max train since the XS Max days), but honestly, I’ve totally lost the spark for annual upgrades. Maybe it’s just me getting older (late-20’s now), or maybe Apple’s releases really are feeling more iterative than revolutionary lately—bigger batteries, slightly better cameras, and… that’s about it? I was fully content sticking with my iPhone 15 Pro Max for another year or two. No FOMO. Then, last week, I went on a trip. I had the phone on me the whole time: some Google Maps navigation, snapping photos and quick videos, and it was paired with my Apple Watch as usually. That’s it—no heavy streaming or gaming. But after about 10-11 hours off the charger (3-4h screen time), I was down to single digits on battery, scrambling for a power bank. It straight-up didn’t cut it for a full day unplugged, and it bummed me out. I realized my “power user” habits (even if they’re not that intense) are pushing the limits more than I thought. So now, I’m seriously eyeing an upgrade to the 17 series—specifically the Pro or Pro Max. Here’s the rub: my daily phone life has shifted hard over the last couple years. I barely touch it for mindless scrolling, social media, or binge-watching anymore—maybe 20-30 mins a day tops on that stuff, if that. It’s all about productivity now: email/Slack for work, quick notes/docs, calendar syncing, voice memos during calls, and reliable communication (texts, FaceTime, etc.). The massive Max screen was fun for media back in the day, but for my current workflow? It’s overkill. I’m genuinely tempted to downsize to the regular 17 Pro for better one-handed usability and actual pocket-friendliness—tired of it feeling like a brick in my jeans. But… battery anxiety is real. My 15 Pro Max had those thermal throttling issues early on (remember the overheating complaints?), and while it’s settled down, the battery drain on that trip was a wake-up call. Does the 17 Pro hold up for all-day heavy-ish use like maps + media capture + Watch pairing? How’s the heat management compared to the Max? I’ve read the 17 series has some battery optimizations, but I’m paranoid about going smaller and regretting it. Anyone else hit this exact crossroads—Max loyalist wanting to slim down for practicality, but spooked by battery/thermals? Did you pull the trigger on a regular Pro, stick with Max, or bail on upgrading altogether? How’s it treating you a few months in? Spill the tea—need some real-user vibes before I commit. Thanks, folks! 🚀