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CNET
21-05-2025
- CNET
iPhone 17 Air Leaks: Slim iPhone Redesign Coming in 2025?
Rumor has it, we may soon see an ultra thin iPhone. The rumored iPhone 17 Air -- or it might be called the iPhone Slim -- could potentially replace the current iPhone Plus amid Apple's next iPhone release in the coming months. The buzzed-about "Air" is getting a lot of attention in the iPhone 17 rumor mill, but the prospect also has people asking if Apple may have to sacrifice features to get a super thin phone. Here's the skinny on what we could expect with the newest iPhone. iPhone 17 Air release date: Is the slimmer iPhone coming this year? For nearly a decade, Apple has held an event in September to announce its new phones. This year we expect Apple to reveal the iPhone 17 series, including the rumored iPhone 17 Air. If the iPhone 17 Air rumors are true, Apple would be the latest to join the ultra-thin phone trend this year. Last week, I got to try out Samsung's new lightweight Galaxy S25 Edge after previewing it and a slew of shockingly thin phones at the Mobile World Congress in March. The iPhone 17 lineup may be the last to follow this fall-release model, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and a report from The Information. Starting with the iPhone 18, Apple will reportedly split its phone releases so that lower-cost iPhones launch in the first half of the year (previously reserved for iPhone SE models) and higher-end pro models are announced in the latter half. That would likely mean a rumored iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, Air and new foldable iPhone model could debut in fall 2026. Keep in mind that an iPhone Flip or Fold has been rumored for years. You'll likely be able to preorder a new iPhone the Friday after the announcement, with the phone shipping a week later. What will the iPhone 17 Air cost? Early rumors about an iPhone 17 Air hinted that it could cost even more than the iPhone 17 Pro, but a March Bloomberg report suggested the phone could cost around $900. That price tag would align with the rumor that the "Air" could replace the Plus, which currently costs $899. For comparison, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge starts at $1,100. However, there's also the question of how tariffs could affect the price of an iPhone. Amid President Donald Trump's ongoing tariff drama, Apple has mostly escaped additional taxes by stockpiling inventory and getting most of its products on a tariff exemption list. Apple has moved some production of US iPhones to India to avoid the steeper tariffs imposed on China. However, Trump recently said he pushed Apple CEO Tim Cook to move US iPhone production from India to the US. How much all of this could affect iPhone prices is yet to be determined. Regardless of how tariffs play out, Apple is expected to raise the price of the iPhone. These price hikes are rumored to start with the iPhone 17 line, so prepare now to pay more for "Air." iPhone 17 Air camera: potential downgrade? Among the rumored potential sacrifices Apple may have to make to get a skinnier phone is limiting the camera features. The rumored iPhone 17 line is getting a new camera bar that extends across the width of the phone. But Front Page Tech shared an iPhone 17 Air video in February that showed a physical mockup of the phone based on rumors. One of the more surprising reveals was a smaller camera bar with one lens on the left, suggesting the "Air" phone has a single rear camera, similar to the iPhone 16E ($599). It's not clear if the camera would be the same as the 16E or if Apple would go the route Samsung did and include the main camera from the iPhone 17 Pro. The single camera theory is backed up by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and a Bloomberg report, which said that the rumored Air may not have the ultrawide and 5x telephoto lenses that have become staples of Apple's premium iPhones. In a bit of good news, it's also rumored that the front-facing "selfie" camera on all iPhone 17 models, including the Air, will be upgraded to 24 megapixels, according to analyst Jeff Pu. iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 17 Pro It may be getting a lot of attention, but the rumored Air appears to be less an advanced Pro model and more a replacement for the Plus. However, rumors are that the Air would have a 6.6-inch display, according to analysts Jeff Pu and Ming-Chi Kuo. If accurate, that would mean the Air's display is slightly smaller than the iPhone 16 Plus, with a 6.7-inch display, but larger than the iPhone 16 Pro, which features a 6.3-inch display. The iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with a 6.9-inch display. It's unclear if the 17 Air's screen would be a Pro Motion display like the one found on iPhone Pro models. If the rumored Air lives up to its name, then the biggest potential advantage it could offer over a Pro is its size and weight. A Bloomberg report from March notes that the iPhone Air could measure 5.5mm thick, compared to the iPhone 16 Pro at 8.25mm. Mac Rumors reported that a leaker on the Korean-langauge Naver blog, going by "yeux1122," said that the rumored iPhone 17 Air weighs approximately 145 grams (5.11 ounces). Compare that to the iPhone 16 Pro, which weighs in at 199 grams (7.03 ounces). If this rumor proves true, the Air would be just slightly heavier than the iPhone 13 mini, which weighs 141 grams (4.97 ounces). Bloomberg's report also notes that the iPhone 17 Air is expected to have super slim bezels compared to the rest of the line, along with a Camera Control button and a Dynamic Island cutout in the display. iPhone 17 Air battery life expectations Among the challenges of slimming down an iPhone could be figuring out how to reduce the battery size without compromising battery life. Initially, it was assumed that a skinnier iPhone would simply have a reduced battery life since there would be less space to house a large battery. But more recently, AppleInsider reported that a skinnier iPhone might use a silicon-anode battery that could help extend its battery life. Yeux1122 said the battery capacity is 2,800mAh, based on details that originate with "mass production confirmed sample," according to MacRumors. It added that a high density battery in the Air could increase its "actual capacity" by 15 to 20%. If the rumored iPhone 17 Air does use the silicon battery technology, it would be the first iPhone to do so. Are iPhone Air rumors and leaks to be trusted? Rumors are just that. The speculation leading up to the iPhone's release is often based on insider knowledge or leaked information from the teams working on the iPhone's design, but those plans can continue to evolve and are not necessarily reflected in the final product. We'll only be able to confirm these rumors with certainty when Apple officially releases the next iPhone and we can see it for ourselves.
Digital Trends
19-05-2025
- Digital Trends
Here's one fella who can't wait to get his hands on the iPhone Air
The so-called 'iPhone Air' is apparently on the way, despite Apple remaining characteristically tight-lipped about such a device. Numerous leaks have suggested that the iPhone Air, which is expected to launch this fall along with the iPhone 17, will be just 5.5mm thick, making it easily Apple's slimmest handset yet. Recommended Videos With that in mind, many are curious to see how well the device stands up to the highly unscientific bend test meted out by tech YouTuber Zack Nelson of the popular JerryRigEverything channel. Whenever a high-profile handset hits the market, it's not long before Nelson puts it through a wince-inducing stress test that includes scratching, scraping, burning, and, right at the end, bending. Over the years, at least five smartphones have succumbed to Nelson's notorious bend test, which involves nothing more than bending the device with his bare hands. Several handsets, like the One Plus 10 Pro, have snapped clean in two. And yes, it's always an excruciating watch. In 2023, Nelson managed to shatter the glass back of the iPhone 15 Pro Max. 'You've been watching me durability test smartphones for about 11 years now, and most phones do not break,' Nelson said at the time. 'iPhones especially do not break … like, ever.' While most folks are unlikely to ever apply the same amount of pressure to their handset — even accidentally — you can bet that Apple has been working hard on ways to ensure that the Air avoids a repeat of the so-called 'bendgate' scandal that hit the iPhone 6 and larger iPhone 6 Plus in 2014. The issue was linked to the phone's larger size and thinner aluminum frame, with weak points near the volume buttons and antenna lines causing the phone to bend, especially when carried around in a tight pocket. The tech giant will be doing what it can to ensure the iPhone 17 Air retains its structural integrity despite its ultra-thin design, though we'll have to wait until the phone's launch to fully understand how Apple has designed it to meet the challenge. Even then, it kind of feels like a dead cert that the iPhone Air will fail Nelson's rather harsh test, with the likelihood being that the device will crack and crunch, and possibly even splinter and shatter, before disintegrating in his hands. Then again, perhaps we'll be pleasantly surprised …
Tom's Guide
17-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
iPhone 17 Air just tipped for killer upgrade that could blow away Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung and Apple are locked in a race to bring us the slimmest smartphone possible. But one serious compromise of a thinner profile is a similarly smaller battery, as we've seen with the Galaxy S25 Edge. Apple may have a fix for that, with the upcoming ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air reportedly sporting new silicon batteries that pack 15% more energy into the same space compared to existing smartphone batteries. According to a Bloomberg report, Apple and Samsung battery supplier TDK has accelerated its production timeline for its new generation of silicon-anode batteries. Shipments are now set to begin by the end of June, a few months ahead of its earlier window of September. "We've made good progress, and we're shipping them very soon," TDK Chief Executive Officer Noboru Saito said. "Some handset makers might be able to use the new battery in their product one generation early." He added that this will 'give smartphone makers enough time to use these cells in thinner models launching this year.' Meaning that the iPhone 17 Air, which is expected to be announced in September, could be the first Apple smartphone to feature TDK's third iteration of silicon-anode battery technology. Apple was previously rumored to adopt silicon-anode batteries for the second-generation iPhone Air, but with this new timeline, it looks like the first-generation model could get those improvements in battery life instead. Chinese smartphone manufacturers have already begun upgrading their flagships to silicon batteries, which tend to last significantly longer than their American competitors. TDK's silicon-anode batteries store about 15% more energy in the same physical space as conventional graphite-based battery packs. The extra density is possible because silicon can hold more lithium ions per gram than graphite, letting brands squeeze longer-lasting batteries into less real estate. This advancement could prove essential to maintaining a decent battery life in ultra-thin phones. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. That's been one of the biggest drawbacks of the Galaxy S25 Edge, Samsung's thinnest phone to date. Measuring just 5.8mm thick, it lasted just 12 hours and 38 minutes on a full charge in our Galaxy S25 Edge battery tests, far below the time recorded by the Galaxy S25 Ultra. With the iPhone 17 Air rumored to be even thinner at 5.5mm, Apple has its work cut out for it. Apple could have another trick up its sleeve for longer battery life with the iPhone 17 Air: artificial intelligence. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman previously reported that the company has an AI-powered management mode in the works for iOS 19, which will "analyze how a person uses their device and make adjustments to conserve energy." To achieve this, Apple's "using battery data it has collected from users' devices to understand trends and make predictions for when it should lower the power draw of certain applications or features." Between AI-powered battery optimization and the latest-and-greatest silicon battery, the iPhone 17 Air seems primed to leave the Galaxy S25 Edge in the dust when it comes to holding a charge.
India Today
15-05-2025
- India Today
iPhone 17 Air design, specs, price
iPhone 17 Air design, specs, price By Divya Bhati Photo: AppleHub/X The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to be a new model in Apple's 2025 lineup, potentially replacing the iPhone 17 Plus. The first ever iPhone Air It is expected to be Apple's thinnest iPhone ever, with some reports suggesting a thickness of around 5.5mm to 6mm. Thinnest iPhone ever The device is anticipated to feature a 6.5 or 6.6-inch OLED display with ProMotion technology, offering a 120Hz refresh rate. iPhone 17 Air expected display It is likely to be powered by Apple's next-generation A19 chip, which could include a neural engine for Apple Intelligence features and Apple's own 5G modem. iPhone 17 Air expected processor Photo: iDeviceHelp/YouTube The iPhone 17 Air might come with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and storage options up to 512GB NVMe. iPhone 17 Air expected storage capacity Rumors suggest it could feature a single 48MP primary rear camera and a 24MP front-facing camera. iPhone 17 Air expected camera set Photo: iDeviceHelp/YouTube The price of the iPhone 17 Air is speculated to be around $899 or $999, positioning it between the base iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Pro. iPhone 17 Air expected pricing Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series, including the Air model, in September 2025, following their typical annual release cycle. Also Read: iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro review: Kings in waiting iPhone 17 series launch date Photo: Majin Bu
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Samsung's super-slim new smartphone challenges Apple: What to know
Samsung ( unveils its thinnest smartphone yet with the Galaxy S25 Edge, now available for preorder. Yahoo Finance Technology Editor Dan Howley joins Wealth to take a look at the phone's design, the camera trade-offs, and whether its ultra-slim build is a direct challenge to Apple's (AAPL) next iPhone. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here. Well, it's time now for Tech Support, our weekly deep dive into all things technology. Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge is its thinnest smartphone ever, and it's available for preorder now. Yahoo Finance's tech editor, Dan Howley, got the chance to check it out in person. Dan, I can just imagine myself sitting on this and it immediately just disintegrating or cracking, but what do consumers need to know? And is this a shot at Apple ahead of the so-called iPhone Air? Yeah, absolutely, uh, a shot at Apple. Uh, it's interesting. These companies always know what the other one's doing, so obviously they're, you know, developing this in tandem. Uh, Samsung says they learned a lot from their foldables to manage to get these phones so thin. And as to whether it's sturdy, it's built with titanium. I I got to hold it. It felt as sturdy as any other smartphone, granted I only got to hold on to it for, you know, a couple minutes here and there during during my hands on with it. Uh, here here's the baseline. Starts at 10.99, so, uh, a premium phone. It slots in between Samsung's, uh, Galaxy S25 Plus and their S25 Ultra. Uh, it has a 6.7 inch AMOLED 2X display, basically just a very pretty display. Samsung's known for those, uh, and two rear cameras. It's kind of a bummer because you're paying that 10.99 and you would expect to get three cameras. Uh, this has a regular camera and an ultrawide rather than its telephoto. Samsung says they kind of get around that because the main camera offers up to 200 megapixels. And so they use AI technologies to get 2x optical-like, uh, image quality, and then they can go up to 10x, uh, with the the various AI zooms that they have there. But the big the big deal here is obviously the size, and so this comes in at just .22 inches thick. It is absolutely ridiculous how thin this is when you hold it. Now compare that to an iPhone which comes in at .32 inches, so it's about a 10th of an inch thinner than the iPhone, and then slightly thinner than the the S25 Plus and Ultra, that's, uh, .28 inches and .32 inches. Now, okay, that sounds like nothing on paper, right? You're like, "Well, why do I care about a tenth of an inch here and there?" But truly, when you hold it, I mean, I thought the same thing. I was like, "Well, this is just, you know, we're talking about next to nothing." But it really does make a difference when you're holding on to it. You can reach a little bit more across the screen because it's not as thick. It just feels overall like a more premium device. And also because it's so thin, uh, it's also incredibly lightweight. And so the edge weighs just 5.7 ounces. Uh, that's less than the the iPhone 16 Pro or Pro Max. Uh, the 16 Pro is 7 ounces. The Pro Max is 7.9 ounces. Uh, again, sounds like next to nothing on paper, but in reality, it does make quite a difference, and, you know, you're holding this thing and the the whole time I'm using it, I'm like, "I just chuck this at a wall and get it to stick like a ninja star because it's so thin or, you know, can I whip it like a frisbee?" Samsung's PR team not excited about that idea, so I did not do that. But, you know, when you're holding this with with your iPhone, your iPhone 16 Pro, it it does feel chunkier now, you know, I mean, it's it's something where you're you're holding on to this device, you have this lighter one, you're sliding into your pocket, you know, you're you're typing on it, it just doesn't feel as as bulky. Now, the the trade-off, as I said, you don't get that that camera. They also have to lower the, uh, battery size. They say that they use, uh, different functionalities, uh, some forms of, uh, heat dissipation, uh, and, uh, a their chip allows them to ensure that the battery life is still there, that you'll get all day battery life. But, you know, overall, do people want a thinner phone? Yeah. Yeah, I mean, people want physical changes to their phones. They don't really care that much about software, so something like this I think will sell, 10.99 though, it's still kind of up there in price. All right, sounds like OtterBox is about to make a lot of money here. Dan, thanks so much. Appreciate it. Yeah. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
