As Apple prepares for its upcoming major event, all eyes will be on the iPhone 17 Air, which is anticipated to be the centerpiece of the company’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” launch party. Since the release of the iPhone X in 2017, the new model is thought to be one of the most significant shifts to the iPhone lineup. If reports are accurate, the iPhone 17 Air will not just be another addition to Apple’s catalogue but a complete change in design philosophy. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming iPhone 17 Air smartphone.
Tomorrow is the release of the remarkably tiny iPhone 17 Air: Expected cost and specifications
Design, build and other leaks
This phone’s thin profile is what sets it apart. According to reports, the iPhone 17 Air is the thinnest iPhone Apple has ever released, measuring just 5.5mm at its thinnest point. For comparison, the iPhone 16 had a thickness of 7.8mm, so the new model is more than 2mm thinner. This drastic reduction has been achieved by redesigning the internal layout and using lighter materials. The phone will reportedly feature a horizontal pill-shaped camera bump, which allows Apple to fit a large 48-megapixel wide sensor despite the compact frame.
The size of the display is another change. Instead of the 6.7-inch panel on the iPhone 16 Plus, the new iPhone 17 Air will sport a 6.6-inch screen. This small reduction allows Apple to balance thinness with usability. Even with the slightly smaller screen, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to feel larger because of its lightweight build, with reports suggesting the phone may weigh just around 145 grams. The use of a hybrid titanium-aluminium frame keeps it sturdy while cutting down on bulk.
Display, chipset
Apple is turning to Samsung’s LTPO OLED panels, the same ones found in the iPhone 16 Pro models. These panels promise a 30 per cent brightness boost compared to the iPhone 16 display. The iPhone 17 Air is also expected to support 120Hz ProMotion refresh rates, a feature that was earlier limited to Apple’s Pro lineup. However, whether the display will support always-on mode is still unclear, as some leaks suggest the panel may not be able to drop its refresh rate down to 1Hz.
Battery, camera setup
However, battery life can be an issue. It is only 5.5 mm thick, thus a huge cell won’t fit very well. According to leaks, the iPhone 17 Air might have a 2,800mAh battery, which is roughly the same capacity as the iPhone 12 that Apple used. Although this may not seem amazing by today’s standards, Apple is apparently counting on the new C1 modem, high-density battery technology, and processor efficiency improvements to provide respectable endurance. Charging support will include Qi 2.2 wireless charging at speeds of up to 25W, which is on par with Apple’s MagSafe system.
According to reports, the new iPhone 17 model would only come with a single 48-megapixel wide rear camera, hence it might not have capabilities like spatial video recording. However, all iPhone 17 models now have a 24-megapixel sensor (twice the resolution of the iPhone 16’s front camera), giving the front camera a boost.
Improvements to connectivity are also planned. Although the phone will employ Apple’s new in-house Wi-Fi chip, which supports Wi-Fi 7, the faster mmWave 5G bands won’t be supported because of the C1 modem. The Action Button, compatibility for MagSafe charging, and the ability to remove the SIM tray in additional markets are anticipated additional features on the device.
When will the iPhone 17 Air be released in India?
Regarding pricing, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to retail for $899 when it launches in the US, the same price as the discontinued iPhone 16 Plus. The model is anticipated to retail for about Rs 89,900 in India, though industry rumors indicate import duties and other expenses may cause the price to go up a little.
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