Each year in September, Apple reinvents smartphone trends, and this one is no exception. The iPhone 17 series is all the rage this time around, but all eyes are on an exciting new addition — the iPhone 17 Air. The new addition is a major departure from Apple's past, where the 'Plus' variant reigned supreme; the new model presents a lightweight, more compact version. As its name suggests, the 'Air' moniker hints at Apple's emphasis on extreme portability without diminishing speed.

Key Specifications & Features

• Design & Build: At 5.5mm thin, the iPhone 17 Air will become Apple's thinnest contemporary iPhone, even thinner than Samsung's Fold 7. Weighing a paltry 145 grams, it is ideal for those who value light and handy weight, although it is paid for at the cost of compromises in camera and battery.
• Display: The phone is having a 6.6-inch OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, which will provide the phone a smooth scrolling and high-color content. This is perfect for consumption of media as well as gaming without sacrificing the form factor.
• Performance: With the A19 Bionic chip, Apple's new processor, the Air is said to deliver better performance and power efficiency. Multitasking, gaming, and app usage are supposed to be seamless, considering its small form factor.

• Camera: Unlike its Pro relatives, the iPhone 17 Air could come with a single 48MP back camera and a 24MP front camera. Although the configuration appears humble by the standards of 2025, Apple's software tweaking may still provide high-quality photographs.
• Battery: Most conspicuous compromise is its 2,800mAh battery. Apple can respond with silicon-anode tech, providing 15% greater capacity efficiency. Battery cases for the Air could even come back, although they could cannibalize its skinny profile.
• Pricing: Apple has increased the price slightly with its latest iPhone 17 series, representing a bump across the board. The base iPhone 17 begins at ₹82,900, starting the series. Mid-range, the iPhone 17 Pro is available for ₹1,34,900, with high-endurance performance and premium goodies for enthusiasts. At the other end is the iPhone 17 Pro Max, available for ₹1,49,900, for those who need the crème de la crème of iPhone life. Although the price increase is modest, it indicates Apple's persistent drive towards high-end markets with advanced technology in high-end smartphones.

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Overall: The iPhone 17 Air is Apple's most ambitious redesign in years — a phone crafted for people who value thinness and portability. Although its thin profile, fast chip, and gorgeous screen are compelling, sacrifices in battery life and camera could dissuade some consumers.