Details of the iPhone 17 Air have appeared: what to expect from Apple’s new flagship in 2025
1 November 2024 05:13
There is information on the web that Apple is going to release a brand new iPhone model, which is likely to be called the iPhone 17 Air. This ultra-thin model is expected to debut in 2025. Experts believe that it may represent the most noticeable design change among the latest Apple smartphone models, as it is rumored to have a thinner profile and be equipped with an innovative display and cameras.
What’s new in the iPhone 17 Air
1. The thinnest iPhone model yet
According to leaked information, the iPhone 17 Air will be modeled after Apple’s lightweight product line, such as the iPad Air and MacBook Air, and will be positioned as the thinnest iPhone ever.
Speculations indicate that the thickness of the new smartphone model may be as little as 5 mm, which will make it much thinner than any previous iPhone models.
Thus, in the new iPhone, Apple intends to combine cutting-edge design, ultra-light weight and innovative technical solutions to create a visually updated device without losing performance.
2. Updated display
Well-known analysts in the industry Ross Young and Ming-Chi Kuo say that the iPhone 17 Air will have a display with a diagonal of 6.5 to 6.6 inches, which means it will be larger than the 6.1-inch iPhone, but smaller than the Pro Max models.
Apple is expected to equip the entire iPhone 17 lineup with ProMotion technology, which will provide a 120Hz refresh rate for standard iPhone models for the first time. This addition will provide smoother scrolling and a more user-friendly interface – characteristics that were previously only available in the Pro series.
The display itself may also have a smaller version of the “island”, Apple Dynamic Island, which is made possible by updated, smaller Face ID facial recognition sensors.
In addition, the front camera is expected to be improved to 24 megapixels, which will provide clearer and better selfies and video calls.
3. Absence of Plusmodels in the iPhone 17 lineup
According to expert insights, Apple plans to phase out the Plus model with the release of the iPhone 17 Air. This change in Apple’s smartphone lineup suggests that the company plans to address the decline in demand for the Plus model in recent years by focusing on a lightweight, premium model that will appeal to a wider audience.
Meanwhile, the standard iPhone 17 and 17 Pro models will remain in the lineup, giving users a choice in a wide range of sizes and features.
4. Improved specifications
The iPhone 17 Air is expected to be powered by the A19 chip and a powerful processor, which should provide a marked improvement in speed and power management over previous models.
The A19 chip is likely to work in tandem with 8 GB of RAM, supporting the updated iOS and Apple’s growing set of artificial intelligence features.
According to preliminary information, the new smartphone will be equipped with a single rear camera, however, Apple plans to use a powerful 48-megapixel wide-angle sensor to ensure excellent image quality. The focus on a high-performance single lens is in line with the Air branding, distinguishing it from the Pro models, which are designed for users who prefer advanced photography capabilities.
5. Keeping theUSB-C connector
Apple intends to keep the USB-C charging port in the iPhone 17 Air, following regulatory requirements and trends toward universal charging standards in the industry.
However, the Air model may not achieve the same data transfer speeds as the iPhone Pro series.
Most likely, the iPhone 17 Air will prioritize compactness and ease of use over high-speed connections, targeting users who value convenience and sleek design.
When will the iPhone 17 Air be available?
Apple usually unveils new iPhones in early September, so the iPhone 17 Air is expected to be released in the fall of 2025. Industry experts suggest that this ultra-thin model may have a premium price due to the use of additional technologies required to create an updated design and the use of a display that supports ProMotion technology.
According to preliminary estimates, the price of the iPhone 17 Air in the US will be around $999, which is the same as the starting price of the current Pro models.
So, Apple seems to be ready to introduce a model that combines style, innovation, and practicality, offering an alternative to the more feature-rich Pro series.
By creating an extremely thin and powerful smartphone, Apple could attract new users looking for a high-performance device with an emphasis on device lightness and ease of use.
