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Apple iPhone AirExpert Reviews, Price & Specs
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Released Guide updated
The iPhone Air is built around how thin it is: a titanium body 5.64mm deep, weighing 165g, with a 6.5-inch always-on display. It runs the A19 Pro chip and Apple's own C1X cellular modem, and the camera is a single 48MP Fusion sensor with a 2x telephoto crop rather than a multi-lens array. Apple rates it at up to 27 hours of video playback.
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Where it shines
- Movies
Outdoors the 6.5-inch 120Hz screen reaches 3000 nits, and it plays up to 27 hours of video.
What 3 reviewers said
More reviewsThe battery life and design are very good.
Battery life
Battery life beat the reviewer's low expectations for such a thin phone.
Design
The reviewer calls the Air's design its standout, most impressive feature.
Screen
Display testing showed excellent brightness and color accuracy, putting it in flagship territory.
Comparison
Compare phonesHow it compares
Price
$1,099
What it costs to buy. None of these need a subscription.
Weight
165g
Grams in your hand. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~27 hrs
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Price
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)$1,099
Samsung Galaxy S26$899.99
Apple iPhone 17 Pro$1,099
Google Pixel 11 Pro$1,099
Apple iPhone 18 Pro$1,199Current list prices.
The handset as sold, without a case.
Hours of video playback, as each phone's own company reports it. A phone whose company gives only a typical-use figure or a battery capacity is not on this chart: those are different measures.
If not this one
- If display decides itPixel 11 Pro
Brighter screen: up to 3,600 nits, against up to 3,000 nits here.
- If performance and gaming decides itiPhone 17
Reviewers prefer its performance and gaming.
- If big-screen multitasking decides itiPhone Duo
Stronger on big-screen multitasking, in iDevice's view.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
Should I buy the iPhone Air (1st gen)?
Good to buy. This is close to its lowest price in the last 52 days, so we'd buy now. It is $949.99 at Amazon, price checked Oct. 31, 2026. See the full answer on the Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)
Does the iPhone Air come with a charger?
It comes with the USB-C Charge Cable. Apple's in-the-box list does not include a power adapter.
3.8 / 5
Very good
Battery life
Battery life beat the reviewer's low expectations for such a thin phone.
Design
The reviewer calls the Air's design its standout, most impressive feature.
Screen
Display testing showed excellent brightness and color accuracy, putting it in flagship territory.
Scores published by other outlets, normalized and averaged. iDevice did not test these products for this score.
3 expert reviews
- Read reviewPhoneArenaMariyan SlavovSep 23, 2025
- Read reviewWIREDJulian ChokkattuSep 17, 2025
- Read reviewEngadgetSam Rutherford
Reviewer breakdown
What reviewers agreed on, and how many raised each
- Battery life3
- Design3
- Screen3
Liked itDidn’t
May 17, 2024 · First sign of it
The Information reports Apple is developing a thinner 2025 iPhone
Mar 16, 2025 · Design and hardware
Bloomberg report says Apple considered a portless iPhone 17 Air
Sep 9, 2025 · Announced
Apple announces the first iPhone Air
At a glance
THIS PRODUCTiPhone Air (1st gen)
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The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $1099
From $1999
Rear camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
Front camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
Video
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
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Good to buy.
This is close to its low over 52 days of checks, so we'd buy now.
iPhone Air (1st gen)
Where to buy
Price history
This is close to its low over 52 days of checks, so we'd buy now.
- Lowest in 30 days
- $949.99Oct 24
- Highest in 30 days
- $1,099Oct 1
- Stores we check
- 2Amazon is cheapest
- On sale since
- Sep 19, 2025
- Next model
- Apple iPhone Air 2no date yet
- Lowest known
- $899.99Jun 23, 2026, from older published history
- Price checks
- 39 over 31 days
Returns and warranty
Returns and warranty details
Returns
Warranty
Covered
Not covered
Good to know
What's in the box
What comes in the box with the Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)?
Here is what you get when you open it.
iPhone Air
USB-C Charge Cable1 m
DocumentationFrom Apple. Checked Sep 22, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about iPhone Air (1st gen)
Top questions
Should I buy the iPhone Air (1st gen)?
Good to buy. This is close to its lowest price in the last 52 days, so we'd buy now. It is $949.99 at Amazon, price checked Oct. 31, 2026. See the full answer on the Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)
Does the iPhone Air come with a charger?
It comes with the USB-C Charge Cable. Apple's in-the-box list does not include a power adapter.
Using it
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 1GB to 512GB of storage. There are 3 sizes: 1GB, 256GB and 512GB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G. Sub-6 bands.
Does it unlock with my face?
Yes, it unlocks with your face.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 165g.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 48MP main camera. The front camera is 18MP.
What video can it shoot?
It shoots 4K at 60fps. That is its highest setting.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi 7. It also has Thread, for smart-home accessories.
What colours does it come in?
It comes in 4 finishes. Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue, Space Black.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
The screen reaches 3000 nits at its brightest. It packs 460 pixels into every inch.
How thick is it?
It is 5.64mm thick.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Apple A19 Pro.
What software does it run?
It runs iOS 26.
What is it made of?
It is made of titanium.
Does it do contactless payments?
Yes, it has NFC for contactless payments.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Storage: 1TB. Titanium design; Ceramic Shield 2 front and Ceramic Shield back
Battery and charging
How long does the battery last?
It runs 22 hours playing streamed video. That is 27 hours playing video, and 35 hours with magsafe battery streamed video playback.
How fast does it charge?
It charges in 30 minutes, to 50%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
Does it charge wirelessly?
Yes, it charges wirelessly. It takes up to 20W on a wireless pad.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP68. Immersion beyond a metre is officially stated. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
When did the iPhone Air come out?
It went on sale September 19, 2025. Announced September 9, 2025.
Is there a newer one?
No. The iPhone Air is the current model.
How much does the iPhone Air cost?
List price: $999. Current price we last read at Amazon: $949.99, October 31, 2026.
What colors does it come in?
Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue, Space Black.
Returns and warranty
Is water damage covered?
Water damage not covered For iPhone and Apple Vision Pro the warranty names liquid contact as an excluded cause, and Apple's iPhone water page says liquid damage is not covered under warranty. The Apple Watch warranty's version of the same clause does not list liquid contact; see the Apple Watch overrides.