Apple reportedly is gearing up to launch the thinnest iPhone ever produced by the brand, the so-called iPhone 17 Air, later this year. A new report by South Korean Sisa Journal revealed new information concerning the ultra-thin novelty that will rewrite the standards for modern design in the phone industry.
Amazingly Thin
But more than ever, this could finally see the iPhone 17 Air’s casing shaved right down to 6.25mm thick. That’s a long way from even the thinnest previous model – the iPhone 6 came in at 6.9mm. For comparison, it means the casing is 20% thinner than that of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. Compared to the Pro and Pro Max versions of the iPhone 16, the casings are actually 25% thinner.
While most estimates peg the iPhone 17 Air around 6mm, other rumor sources take it down to as low as 5mm. If that happens, this would make the device one of the thinnest smartphones ever to hit the market and set a new benchmark in sleekness for mobile design.
Price and Positioning
Apple intends to position the iPhone 17 Air as a successor to the iPhone 16 Plus, which starts at $899 in the US. Surprisingly, the iPhone 17 Air is said to replace the iPhone 17 Plus in Apple’s lineup and become the company’s flagship slim model.
This strategic move underlines how Apple is focusing on its innovative approach and meeting the demands of users who want a lightweight and compact smartphone but without compromising on the key features.
Competition from Samsung
It isn’t the only company that wants thinner smartphones in the lineup this year. Samsung is said to be working on its own, with claims of the Galaxy S25 Slim reaching mid-6mm thickness. The competition will really be hot between these two tech giants, with both striving to take precedence over their competitor for improved design and performance.
Design and Specifications
Although most of the information about the iPhone 17 Air’s design has still not been specified, some salient features could be viewed from the spec sheets:
*6.6 inches for the screen
*Processor- Apple A19 chip supports fluent performance
*Single rear camera ensuring maximum simplicity in designing
*Supported with the internal Apple 5G modem.
*It will have 8GB of RAM to give an efficient way out for implementing artificial intelligence and related facilities in all areas of a Smartphone.
These features do suggest that the iPhone 17 Air will cut some corners compared to the Pro models to achieve that revolutionary thin and light design.
Release Timeline and Expectations
Apple is reported to launch the iPhone 17 series, which includes the iPhone 17 Air, in September 2025. As with the releases, in the last months before such an event, there will be more leaks and rumors, hence a much clearer picture about what to expect will be shaped.
The iPhone 17 Air is perhaps a bold attempt on the part of Apple to go well and truly beyond the limits of innovation, marrying an ultra-thin profile with a host of cutting-edge features. It will definitely turn the heads of technology enthusiasts and casual users alike. And with competitors like Samsung pushing the boundaries in terms of design, too, 2025 may be a very different proposition altogether.
As anticipation builds, all eyes are on Apple to deliver a device that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Will the iPhone 17 Air truly redefine what a smartphone can be? We’ll find out this fall.
