Apple's iPhone 17 Air: A sleek, premium upgrade on the horizon

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 lineup is poised to introduce some notable changes with the standout being the rumored iPhone 17 Air which is set to replace the Plus variant. This new model is expected to offer a sleek, premium alternative, featuring a thinner design, a larger display size and cutting-edge hardware including the A19 chip. The iPhone 17 Air is anticipated to compete directly with Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge as both devices share an ultra-thin design. The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to measure just 5.5mm at its thinnest point, making it Apple’s slimmest iPhone to date, even thinner than the iPhone 6. It is expected to come with a 6.6-inch display, positioned between the Pro and Pro Max models. Furthermore, the device could introduce features like Always-On Display and ProMotion technology to non-Pro models with some sources suggesting a 90Hz refresh rate, while others hint at a more advanced 120Hz ProMotion experience. Under the hood the iPhone 17 Air will likely be powered by Apple’s upcoming A19 chip, offering impressive speed and efficiency, while the Pro models are expected to get an upgraded A19 Pro version. Additionally, the device is likely to feature Apple’s in-house 5G modem, marking a significant step forward for the company in terms of connectivity.

In terms of photography the iPhone 17 Air is expected to feature a 48-megapixel rear camera and a 24-megapixel front-facing camera, which will likely deliver excellent quality for photos and videos. Although Apple has yet to make any official announcements, these features remain speculative and fans will need to wait for more details as the release date approaches. The tech world eagerly anticipates what the iPhone 17 lineup will bring with the iPhone 17 Air set to be one of the most exciting releases.