The Apple iPhone Air, previously rumored as the iPhone 17 Slim or iPhone 17 Air, was officially announced on September 9, 2025, with release scheduled for September 19, 2025. It is Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever, at just 5.6mm thickness, weighing only 165g, while still delivering flagship-level performance with the Apple A19 Pro chipset and iOS 26.
Available in three versions — A3517 (International), A3260 (USA, Middle East, Canada, Mexico), and A3518 (China, Hong Kong) — the iPhone Air combines an ultra-slim titanium frame with the durability of Ceramic Shield 2 glass. It supports IP68 water and dust resistance, making it both elegant and tough.
The phone features a 6.5-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, Dolby Vision, and 3000 nits peak brightness, ensuring crisp, vivid visuals. Unlike the Pro and Pro Max models, the iPhone Air opts for a single 48 MP wide camera, optimized for sleek design while maintaining powerful imaging capabilities with sensor-shift OIS, Dolby Vision HDR, and 4K video recording.
Its 3149 mAh battery supports fast wired charging (PD2.0), 20W wireless MagSafe/Qi2 charging, and reverse wired charging. Despite its slim profile, it packs advanced features such as Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C 2.0, UWB Gen2, and satellite-based Emergency SOS.
Apple iPhone Air Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Versions | A3517 (International), A3260 (USA, Middle East, Canada, Mexico), A3518 (China, Hong Kong) |
| Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900, CDMA 800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100, CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| 4G bands | Varies by model (A3517, A3260, A3518) |
| 5G bands | Sub6 support across models, mmWave support for A3260 (USA) |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A |
| Launch | Announced Sept 9, 2025; Release Sept 19, 2025 |
| Body | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, 165 g, Ceramic Shield 2, Titanium frame, IP68 certified |
| SIM | eSIM + eSIM (up to 8, max 2 active) |
| Display | 6.5″ LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 3000 nits peak |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2736 pixels (~460 ppi) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating |
| OS | iOS 26 |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2×4.26 GHz + 4x efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Apple 5-core GPU |
| Memory | 256GB/512GB/1TB with 12GB RAM (NVMe) |
| Main Camera | Single 48MP (wide) with PDAF, OIS |
| Camera Features | Dolby Vision HDR, 4K video, stereo sound recording |
| Selfie Camera | 18MP + SL 3D sensor, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, no 3.5mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, GPS, USB-C 2.0 |
| Extra Features | Face ID, UWB Gen2, Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3149 mAh |
| Charging | 50% in 30 min wired, 20W MagSafe/Qi2 wireless, 4.5W reverse wired |
| Colors | Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue |
| Models | iPhone18,4, A3517, A3260, A3518, A3516 |
| Price | About €1200 |
| Durability Labels | Energy Class A, Free Fall Class B, Repairability Class C |
The Apple iPhone Air is designed for users who want a super-thin, lightweight device without compromising flagship power. With its slim titanium build, 6.5-inch OLED display, A19 Pro performance, and reliable cameras, it combines elegance, speed, and practicality. Positioned between style and power, the iPhone Air proves that slim doesn’t mean sacrificing capability.
