The iPhone 17 Air is set to release in September, competing with Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge, and is rumored to be slimmer at 5.5 mm compared to Samsung’s 6.4 mm. A recent video showcases a slightly thicker iPhone 17 Air mold at 5.65 mm, still impressively thin. To achieve this slim design, Apple has opted for a single rear camera and a reduced battery capacity compared to other iPhone 17 models. The upcoming device’s durability will be tested, particularly in regards to bending.
The upcoming iPhone 17 Air is set to launch in September, aiming to compete with Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge. Numerous rumors suggest that it will be slimmer than Samsung’s offering, measuring 5.5 mm compared to the Galaxy’s 6.4 mm.
If you’re looking for a way to visualize just how incredibly thin the iPhone 17 Air will be compared to the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup, check out the video below. It features a rumored mold of the iPhone 17 Air sourced from China. Interestingly, this mold measures 5.65 mm thick, slightly exceeding the earlier rumor of 5.5 mm, but it’s still remarkably thin. Have a look:
To achieve such a slim profile, Apple has made some compromises with the camera system, equipping the Air with only a single rear camera. Unsurprisingly, rumors also indicate that its battery capacity will be lower compared to its counterparts. It remains to be seen how well it will perform in durability tests.