š iPhone 17 Air: Appleās Thinnest iPhone Ever
Apple is preparing to launch the iPhone 17 Air this September, and it might be the slimmest iPhone yet. Positioned between the base iPhone 17 and the Pro line, this new model could redefine Appleās.
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Release Timeline
The iPhone 17 Air is expected at Appleās September 2025 keynote (rumored for September 9).
Pre-orders: likely September 12
In stores: around September 19
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š± Ultra-Thin Design
Thickness: just 5.5 mm (excluding the ~9.5 mm camera bump)
Display: 6.6-inch OLED with 120 Hz ProMotion
Colors: black, white, gold, sky blue (the āsky blueā looks nearly white indoors)
ā” Performance & Connectivity
Chip: A19 or A19 Pro (with 5-core GPU)
RAM: 12 GB
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, USB-C, MagSafe, Appleās first in-house 5G C1 modem
eSIM-only in select regions
šø Cameras
Rear: 48 MP single lens
Front: 24 MP selfie camera (big upgrade from older 12 MP sensors)
š Battery & Power
Capacity: 2,800ā2,900 mAh (small by todayās standards)
Apple is expected to rely on software optimizations like Adaptive Power in iOS 26 to stretch performance.
š° Pricing
Expected to launch at $899, replacing the iPhone 16 Plus in Appleās lineup.
š Quick Specs Overview
FeatureiPhone 17 AirDisplay6.6" OLED, 120 HzThickness5.5 mm (9.5 mm camera bump)ChipA19 / A19 Pro (5-core GPU)RAM12 GBRear Camera48 MP (single)Front Camera24 MPBattery2,800ā2,900 mAhWeight~145 gPrice~$899
š Final Take
The iPhone 17 Air is Appleās boldest attempt at ultra-thin design since the iPod era. It trades a bigger battery and extra lenses for style, portability, and affordability ā a middle ground between mainstream and Pro buyers.
If you want the lightest, sleekest iPhone of 2025, the Air might be it. Just donāt expect marathon battery life.