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India Today
6 days ago
- India Today
iPhone 17 Air battery and design details tipped in fresh leaks
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Air is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated devices in its 2025 line-up. Every other day, we see fresh leaks revealing new details about its ultra-slim design and specifications, which will complement this form factor. According to a new leak, the iPhone 17 Air will weigh between 145g and 150g, and will house a battery under 3,000mAh capacity. advertisementA new report by GSMArena suggests that the iPhone 17 Air will weigh 146g. This follows earlier reports which suggested that the slimmest Apple device could weigh 145g or 150g. If this is indeed the case, then Apple's slimmest flagship will be significantly lighter than Samsung's latest compact and lightest flagship – the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge which weighs 163g. To achieve this slim profile and feather-light weight, Apple is reportedly building the iPhone 17 Air using 7000-series aluminium for the frame instead of titanium, which is commonly found in premium devices. Aluminium will allow the frame to weigh around 25–30 grams. Breaking down the internal components, the report also suggests that the iPhone 17 Air will feature a 35g OLED display, a single 48-megapixel rear camera module weighing between 5–7g, and about 10–12g allocated to the A19 chip and logic board. An additional 10–12g will be occupied by the MagSafe system and various internal electronics, with a 15g glass back completing the structural the exact capacity remains unclear, the report further claims that the iPhone 17 Air could feature advanced silicon-carbon (Si/C) battery technology. This next-generation battery chemistry would likely allow the iPhone 17 Air to have improved energy density without increasing physical despite this, the battery capacity is still expected to remain under 3,000mAh—likely in the 2,800–2,900mAh range. Apple is also reportedly working on a dedicated battery case for users who may require extended power, though such an accessory might detract from the device's thin and lightweight the iPhone 17 Air is rumoured to feature a striking 5.5mm profile—making it slimmer compared to all modern Apple devices. The iPhone 17 Air is also said to feature a 6.6-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Always-On display support, and the now-standard Dynamic Island interface. These additions aim to balance sleek aesthetics with a premium user iPhone 17 Air is expected to launch alongside three other models: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. This year, Apple is rumoured to discontinue the Plus variant given the year-on-year drop in sales. The Air is expected to slot into the line-up at a price of around Rs 89,900 in India, as an option for users who want a slimmer device with flagship for the launch date, if Apple follows tradition, the iPhone 17 series will debut in the second or third week of September, with pre-orders starting shortly after the official announcement. Devices are likely to hit retail shelves within a week or two of launch.
India Today
07-05-2025
- India Today
iPhone 17 will likely launch in September and here is everything we know about it
The iPhone 17 might still be a few months away, but leaks and rumours have already given us a fair idea of what to expect. While the Pro and Air models are getting most of the attention, the standard iPhone 17 could also be in for some exciting changes. From a bigger screen (quite likely) to a faster chip and better cameras, Apple seems to be giving the standard model a meaningful upgrade this year. For starters, the iPhone 17 could come with a larger 6.3-inch display, up from 6.1 inches on the iPhone 16. This would put it on par with the iPhone 16 Pro in terms of size. If Apple decides to drop the Plus model and go with the 17 Air instead, this base model could become the perfect middle-ground option for those who want a slightly bigger phone without jumping to the Pro line. One of the biggest upgrades this year could be the introduction of 120Hz ProMotion displays across the entire iPhone 17 lineup. So far, Apple has kept this feature exclusive to the Pro models, but now even the standard iPhone 17 is expected to get an adaptive refresh rate — from 1Hz to 120Hz. All models are also expected to use LTPO OLED panels to keep battery efficiency in check. Under the hood, the iPhone 17 is likely to be powered by Apple's next-gen A19 chip, built on an enhanced 3nm process. While not as advanced as the A19 Pro (rumoured for the top-end Pro models), this new chip should still offer faster performance, better energy efficiency, and improved battery life compared to the A18 chip in the current generation. On the camera front, the iPhone 17 could finally bring a major upgrade to the front camera. Leaks suggest that the 12-megapixel selfie camera might be replaced with a new 24-megapixel sensor. There's even talk of Apple adding a mechanical aperture system, allowing users to control the amount of light entering the lens — a feature usually found on high-end professional cameras. Connectivity is another area where the iPhone 17 could see improvements. All models in the lineup are expected to support Wi-Fi 7, which brings faster speeds, reduced latency, and better overall performance, especially in crowded places. Bluetooth 5.3 is also expected to be standard, offering improved connectivity with wireless accessories. While Apple hasn't confirmed anything officially, these upgrades suggest that the standard iPhone 17 might be one of the most well-rounded base iPhones in years, especially if it manages to keep its price close to the iPhone 16. As for the other models in the iPhone 17 lineup — Apple is expected to launch four phones in total this year. Alongside the iPhone 17, there will likely be the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 Air is said to be Apple's slimmest iPhone ever, possibly just 5.5mm thick, and could sit between the base and Pro models with a 6.6-inch display. The Pro and Pro Max, meanwhile, are expected to bring the most premium upgrades — including new camera designs, a 48-megapixel telephoto lens, and the A19 Pro chip. All models might get a fresh design, 120Hz screens, improved durability with anti-glare glass, and better overall performance.
Phone Arena
07-05-2025
- Phone Arena
iPhone 17 Battery and Charging: All expected changes
The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to launch in September 2025. Alongside the standard iPhone 17 , we're getting a new iPhone 17 Air (replacing the Plus), as well as the more premium iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max . While you won't see eye-popping 200W charging claims or battery capacities nearing 6,000mAh, Apple could introduce other small upgrades when it comes to the battery. From stacked battery tech and easier replacements to rumors of long-awaited reverse wireless charging and greater efficiency thanks to the A19 chip, there's a lot to look forward to under the hood. Here's everything we know so far about the battery life and charging experience across the iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max. Apple isn't expected to overhaul battery capacity in 2025. So you won't see any of those massive 5,000–6,000mAh cells you'd find on some Android phones coming from Chinese market. However, the real upgrades lie elsewhere... All iPhone 17 models are expected to use stacked battery technology, first introduced with the iPhone 15 series. Stacked cells are denser, more stable, and help extend battery life. Also, Apple's new electric adhesive will likely be used across the iPhone 17 lineup, making battery replacements much easier by weakening the adhesive with a small electric current. Chances are yes, especially for the Pro models. The standard iPhone 17 and the new iPhone 17 Air will likely use the new Apple A19 chip, while the Pro and Pro Max models will feature the A19 Pro. While it's not clear yet whether these will be 3nm or 2nm chips, even a refined 3nm chip could bring better energy efficiency. Add to that the rumored Wi-Fi 7 support, possibly more efficient custom Apple 5G modems, and new OLED M14 panels with lower power consumption across the lineup — and the iPhone 17 series could very well last longer on a single charge, even if battery sizes remain similar. These figures suggest small increases over the iPhone 16 series, but nothing drastic. The iPhone 17 Pro Max will almost surely once again lead the pack in terms of battery life, while the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will aim to trike a balance between compact size and an day's worth of battery life. There aren't any rumors of charging speed upgrades yet, but reverse wireless charging is finally expected to debut — at least on the Pro and Pro Max is reportedly testing 7.5W reverse wireless charging, which would allow you to charge accessories like AirPods or an Apple Watch using the back of your phone. No sign yet of Qi2 support, though. Apple remains conservative with fast charging, and the iPhone 17 series is unlikely to change that in a big way. So, in other words, expect peak wired charging speeds around 27–30W, depending on the model and charger. The current iPhone models took between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 1 hour and 40 minutes to charge from 0-100% during our charging tests, so expect similar times for the new models too. Yes, all iPhone 17 models will support wireless charging. Wireless charging will be up to 15W with MagSafe. Yes — at least on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, according to leaks. Apple is reportedly testing 7.5W reverse wireless charging, which would bring the iPhone in line with many Android flagships. This would be a first for Apple. No word yet on whether the iPhone 17 or 17 Air will support it, but it's more likely to remain exclusive to the Pro models. The entire iPhone 17 lineup will use USB-C with USB Power Delivery (USB PD), just like the iPhone 15 and 16. Apple's approach to charging is more open compared to some Android phones : You don't need a proprietary charger to get near-full charging speeds. High-quality third-party PD chargers (like those from Anker or Ugreen) will work just fine. Apple doesn't use any weird voltage profiles, unlike Xiaomi, OnePlus, or Motorola. In contrast: Xiaomi's HyperCharge, Motorola's TurboPower, Honor SuperCharge, and OnePlus/Vivo/Oppo VOOC rely on custom voltage and current profiles. You won't get full speed unless you use the original charger and cable. With iPhones, all you need is a solid USB PD charger and a USB-C to USB-C cable. No proprietary nonsense, just plug and go. Same goes for Samsung and Google. As usual, no charger is expected in the box — so if you're upgrading, make sure your charger supports at least 27W USB PD.
Phone Arena
05-05-2025
- Phone Arena
TSMC expects record demand from Apple and other clients for its 2nm semiconductor production
To put things in perspective, the iPhone 7, released in 2016, was powered by the A10 Fusion chip. The semiconductor was designed by Apple and built by TSMC using its 16nm process node. Now we are in 2025 and the iPhone 17 series will be released later this year powered by the A19 and A19 Pro application processors (AP) that are being built by TSMC using its third generation 3nm node (N3P). What makes this so important is that as process node "sizes" shrink, so do the size of the transistors embedded inside a chip. Smaller transistors mean more can fit inside a chip making the chip faster and more energy-efficient. The A10 Fusion carried 3.3 billion transistors which sounds like a large number but not when you compare it to the A18 Pro used to power the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Apple didn't release the transistor count on the A18 and A18 Pro but based on the 19 billion transistors that pack the A17 Pro, we can guess that the A18 Pro carries 20 billion to 25 billion transistors. TSMC saw strong demand for its 3nm node among its clients. New reports indicate that demand for the 2nm process node is greater than that seen for any past processes. As an example of how fast TSMC is moving ahead with 2nm, the defect density rates have already matched those for the 3nm and 5nm nodes. This measures the number of defects per unit area on a silicon wafer after the chip manufacturing process. Apple is expected to be TSMCs top customer for the node with indications that Apple will use the third-gen 3nm process for the iPhone 17 line and debut 2nm next year with the iPhone 18 series. AMD was the first to announce it will use 2nm chips with its Zen 6 Venice CPUs. With its 2nm node, TSMC is switching from its FinFET transistors to Gate All Around (GAA). With this technology, the gate covers the channel on all four sides reducing current leaks and improving the drive current. GAA uses nanosheet transistors allowing the chip to deliver faster performance or lower power consumption. Compared to the second generation of 3nm production (N3E), the new process node will offer a 10% to 15% improvement in speed. TSMC is expected to produce a decent number of 2nm chips by the end of the year. That is seen with its 2025 output of 50,000 2nm wafers each of which is diced into hundreds or thousands of chips. By 2027, the output of wafers could triple to 150,000. This increase will help feed TSMC's expansion in Taiwan as it adds more 2nm production capacity. The company also expects to build 2nm chips at its US fabs in Arizona by 2028.
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
iPhone 17 Air likely to come with optional accessories for lasting battery life- Details
The new iPhone 17 Air model has become one of the most anticipated devices within the upcoming iPhone lineup. As fans wait to get their hands on Apple's slimmest iPhone, tipsters have been giving us insights into what we can expect. While the iPhone 17 Air could come as a new innovation, it raises several concerns over spec compromises. One of the major concerns is battery life, considering the iPhone 17 Air is expected to be 5.5mm slim. However, in a new report, Apple may have found a way to expand the iPhone 17 Air's battery life. Here's what we know about the upcoming ultra-slim iPhone model. iPhone 17 Air battery life According to a 9To5Mac report, Apple is reportedly bringing back a Smart Battery Case for the iPhone 17 Air. This new accessory will likely be optional, allowing users to enhance battery life to last an entire day. This smartphone case will reportedly have an integrated battery pack that will likely make up for battery compromises made with the iPhone 17 Air model. Now, an Information report also claims that the iPhone 17 Air could last a day with a 60-70% charge. 14% OFF It should be noted that the Smart Battery Case is not a new concept for Apple; before the iPhone 12 models, the company used to sell these cases. Now, the comeback could mean a lot of things. However, the price of the smartphone and the new case should also be taken into consideration when deciding whether it's worth it or not. Not sure which mobile to buy? Also Read Apart from a new optional accessory for the iPhone 17 Air, it is also highlighted that the smartphone may not have a physical SIM slot. Therefore, users may have to rely on eSIMs. Furthermore, the smartphone could feature only one speaker, which may hamper the sound quality in comparison to other iPhone models. Therefore, with its slimness, the iPhone 17 Air may have to get used to several compromises. Despite these drawbacks, the smartphone is expected to offer powerful performance with an A19 chip and 12GB of RAM storage. One more thing! We are now on WhatsApp Channels! Follow us there so you never miss any updates from the world of technology. To follow the HT Tech channel on WhatsApp, click here to join now! First Published Date: 05 May, 08:12 IST
