told my grandma i wanted an iphone 17 pro max tf is this 😭

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Why it worked

The humor in the generational tech gap and the relatable disappointment of receiving an outdated gift likely resonated with viewers, driving engagement.

Summary

The creator shows an old iPhone model, implying their grandma gifted them this instead of the newer iPhone 17 Pro Max they desired. The video highlights the outdated interface and version of the phone.

Structure

1Shows an old iPhone
2Reveals the outdated interface
3Shows the 'About' section with version 4.3
4Expresses disappointment with the gift

Product placement

iPhone: ACTS - it is operated to show its interface and version. Removing it would change what happens in the video. iPhone 17 Pro Max: APPEARS - it is mentioned as a desired product. Removing it would change what happens in the video.

On-screen text

told my grandma i wanted an iphone 17 pro max tf is this 😭

Original caption

iphone 17 pro and pro max are apple's current flagship iphones. released in september 2025, they were controversial at launch, due to the orange units turning pink after exposure to the sun. it introduced a camera plateau, along with improved cameras, better cooling, an all-new aluminum unibody design, and more. this is the first iphone since the midrange 5c to not come in a space gray, graphite, or black colorway (keywords: iphone, iphone 4, ios 4, told my grandma i wanted an ipad, oldos, oldos testflight, iphone 16, iphone 17 pro max, orange iphone 17 pro turning pink, iphone 17 pro rotating camera, iphone 18 pro, ipad, ios 27) #TechTok #fyp #xyzbca #cidstech #iphone