- By Alex David
- Mon, 19 May 2025 04:07 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
An ultra-thin design that may make the iPhone 17 Air the slimmest iPhone to be released has already leaked ahead of its launch and is already making headlines. Reports suggest that Apple is focusing on the build of the iPhone 17 Air and attempting to make it lightweight, which at the same time could set a new record for engineering achievements in the smartphone industry. However, this might mean a compromise on battery life due to the device's sleek design. Concerns over the thickness affecting battery life are increasing, alongside promises of enhanced portability and aesthetics. Alongside the new design, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to have upgraded internals, a high refresh rate display, and a competitive price. In anticipation of this release, here is everything we know so far about Apple’s most aesthetic—and perhaps most controversial—iPhone to date.
Apple iPhone 17 Air Leaks
Reports propose that Apple is planning to release its iPhone 17 Air in September alongside the standard iPhone 17 Air models, which include a Pro and a Pro Max version. Apple iPhone 17 Air is anticipated to take over the Plus model and may become the thinnest iPhone apple has ever manufactured. From what the leaks suggest, the phone is expected to have a radically thin design, which will most likely be achieved at the expense of performance hardware, especially battery life. Apple has not confirmed these specifics yet, but the leak sheds light on what new Apple users can expect from the new addition to the iPhone family.
iPhone 17 Air Specifications (Expected)
Display & Build:
On the display side, Apple is expected to introduce the Ultra-slim design which has been rumored to be only 5.5mm thick. We can also expect that Apple iPhone 17 Air will have titanium body construction. Another leak suggest that the Apple iPhone 17 Air will weigh around 145 grams which is considerably light.Battery:
Battery:
When talking about the battery, there is the speculation of it having a 2,800mAh capacity which does seem smaller compared to iPhone 16’s 3,561 mAh. However, the cited claim also states that High-density silicon-anode battery cells may enhance actual longevity performance by 15-20%.
Camera:
For iPhone 17 Air, it will feature a Single 48MP Fusion rear camera module, not much is revealed or leaked around it.
Additional Features:
eSIM-only, no physical SIM card slot to aid the slim profile. Apple may launch a case-like battery accessory to offset the battery downgrade. Unlike other iPhones Apple iPhone 17 Air is supposed to feature a single speaker setup.
iPhone 17 Air Launch Date in India (Expected)
The iPhone 17 Air is expected to launch in September 2025, alongside the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup.
iPhone 17 Air Price (Expected)
The iPhone 17 Air may debut at $1,299, or around Rs 1,09,500 in India.