A fresh video provides a glimpse of what might be Apple’s most stylish iPhone to date — the speculated iPhone 17 Air — and it’s generating buzz for all the right reasons.
In a recent clip from the well-known YouTube channel Unbox Therapy, presenter Lewis George Hilsenteger displays dummy versions of forthcoming iPhone models, allegedly obtained from manufacturers in China. Among these, the highlight is the iPhone 17 Air, which seems to be significantly slimmer than any preceding iPhone. If these leaks are true, Apple could be redefining smartphone aesthetics once more.
The video indicates that the iPhone 17 Air is merely 5.65mm thick at its slimmest section — notably leaner than the 8.75mm thickness of the current Pro Max model. For context, it’s even more slender than an ordinary pencil.
Nevertheless, this extremely thin design brings up certain concerns. Hilsenteger mentions the risk of the device bending, although this can’t be verified until the final version is launched. (If you’re interested in phones designed to bend, you might want to explore the most recent foldable iPhone speculations.)
Like many design compromises, the iPhone 17 Air may be forgoing some features to maintain its sleek aesthetics. Reports indicate it might have only a single rear camera and a reduced battery size. Furthermore, it might completely eliminate physical SIM cards — a change that may affect its appeal in markets such as China.
This isn’t the sole iPhone 17 development making headlines. Earlier this week, another leak suggested that the iPhone 17 Pro could come with a revamped camera bar enabling new case personalization options. Meanwhile, Apple is also rumored to be developing a more budget-friendly “iPhone 17e,” which could become a staple in the company’s yearly release schedule.
Despite the trade-offs, the iPhone 17 Air could turn into a must-have for fashion-forward consumers. Its ultra-slim design might make it the most convenient iPhone for pockets — and potentially the most trendy.
As usual, Apple is anticipated to officially launch its new iPhones in September. Until then, we’ll be monitoring the rumors closely.