Highlights
- A content creator accidentally dropped his new Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro while unboxing it in front of Apple CEO Tim Cook.
- The video went viral with users dubbing it an official drop test.
- The incident occurred amid massive global crowds for the iPhone 17 launch.
The Apple iPhone 17 series officially went on sale on September 19 and made headlines for drawing massive crowds worldwide. Eager buyers lined up outside Apple Stores to grab the latest devices. However, one fan managed to steal the spotlight when he accidentally dropped his brand-new Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro and interestingly, it all happened right in front of Apple CEO Tim Cook. Here’s the fill story.
The iPhone Pro Viral Drop
Amid all the fan frenzy, one particularly amusing incident was caught on camera and quickly went viral across social media. A fan and content creator known as Primz was unboxing his new iPhone 17 Pro in front of Tim Cook, hoping to get it autographed. But in a split second, the device slipped out of his hands and hit the ground.
this is so embarrassing 😭 pic.twitter.com/AkrKd41Kn3
— Holly – I like tech (@AnxiousHolly) September 20, 2025
Both Cook and the fan reacted instantly, picking up the dropped device. Despite the slip-up, Primz handed over the phone and managed to get Cook’s signature, though not directly on the phone, but on a piece of paper placed over the screen.
According to a post on his X profile, Primz revealed that he had waited in line for more than 15 hours to purchase the Cosmic Orange model.
Social Media Reactions
The video has since gone viral, racking up millions of views and likes on platforms like X. Netizens had a field day with the incident, flooding the comments with jokes and witty remarks.
Some users quipped that the fan had performed a “drop test” in front of Tim Cook, while others couldn’t believe he missed the chance to get the iPhone itself signed.
One user wrote, “Imagine not getting your iPhone signed by Tim after you drop it. It also could have been worth $$$. The first non-mint iPhone to be signed by the Apple CEO. It would have some scratches, marks or imperfections, so you’d know it’s legit. Oh well…”
Another posted, “I am feeling second-hand embarrassment.” A comment read, “I bet he bought AppleCare before he stepped out. Not funny but I am sure he will put all lenses to find any scratches.”
Another commented, “Damn… how did he do that right in front of Tim Cook?” while one more added, “It is honestly hard to watch.”
Many also joined in on the humour, saying the man had unintentionally carried out Apple’s latest “drop test” in front of its CEO.
FAQs
Q1. What happened when a fan dropped the iPhone 17 Pro in front of Tim Cook?
Answer. While unboxing his new Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro, a fan accidentally dropped it in front of Apple CEO Tim Cook. Despite the mishap, he still got Cook’s autograph, on paper placed over the phone screen.
Q2. How did social media react to the iPhone drop incident?
Answer. The video went viral, sparking jokes about an “official drop test” and playful comments about AppleCare, missed autograph opportunities, and second-hand embarrassment.
Q3. Did the dropped iPhone 17 Pro suffer any visible damage?
Answer. The story doesn’t confirm visible damage, but fans online speculated about potential scratches and joked that the phone might now be “authentically imperfect.”
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