News Summary

• The iPhone Air is thinner and lighter than other models, at 5.6 mm with a 6.5-inch display.
• It’s also less capable in some areas than the base model iPhone 17, which could deter potential buyers.
• The Air should be seen as a starting point in terms of iPhone design that could help the company better understand how to optimize the battery life for its other devicesGoing forward, Apple suggests consumers use the MagSafe battery attached to the now-thinner phone to maximize battery life.