Apple iPhone Air

iPhone Air 2Spring 2027 Release, Specs & Every Report Graded

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Apple's thinnest iPhone, sold beside the standard and Pro models rather than above them. The point of it is the body: less phone to carry, for people who would rather have that than another camera.
Status
Reported
When you can buy it
Spring 2027
Expected price
$999–$1,099
How sure we are
72% within 2027
OCT 7 · LATEST ON APPLE IPHONE AIR
iPhone Air 2 is reported at 5.2mm with a bigger battery

A Korean leaker says the iPhone Air 2 drops to 5.2mm from 5.6mm while gaining denser battery cells and a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera.

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Best for

Everyday use.
It puts a full-size iPhone screen in the thinner Air body.Our own judgement. No single source states this.
Travel.
It is a thinner, lighter iPhone to carry.Our own judgement. No single source states this.
Photos and video.
It has a rear camera in Apple's thin Air body.Our own judgement. No single source states this.

What will the iPhone Air have?

Rumors

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  1. The chassis is expected to thin to 5.2mm, down from the original iPhone Air's 5.6mm

    Even thinner, with a battery fix in the works

    Reported
    79% track record
    5 outlets
  2. The phone is expected to launch in spring 2027, most likely March

    A spring 2027 launch is reported, most likely March.

    Reported
    79% track record
    8 outlets
  3. A second rear camera is expected, a 48MP ultra wide

    A second rear camera is reported at 48MP ultra wide.

    Reported
    79% track record
    5 outlets

Comparison

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How it compares

Price

$999

What it costs to buy. None of these need a subscription.

Weight

165g

Grams in your hand. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~1.1 days

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)
$999
Google Pixel 10
$799
Apple iPhone 17
$899
Google Pixel 11
$899
Samsung Galaxy S26
$899.99

Current list prices.

The handset as sold, without a case.

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

Quick answers

All FAQs

Quick answers

When does iPhone Air 2 come out?
We expect it in spring 2027, alongside the standard iPhone 18. Apple has not given a date itself; that window comes from reporting on Apple's split launch schedule.

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Design and build

The chassis is expected to thin to 5.2mm, down from the original iPhone Air's 5.6mm

New

Even thinner, with a battery fix in the works

Reported
79% track record
5 outlets
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Timing and release

The phone is expected to launch in spring 2027, most likely March

A spring 2027 launch is reported, most likely March.

Reported
79% track record
8 outlets
The report behind this

Hardware

The phone is expected to use an A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process

An A20 Pro on TSMC's 2nm process is expected inside.

Contested
79% track record
1 source → 5 outlets
The report behind this

The phone could have 12GB of RAM

12GB of RAM is reported inside.

Reported
79% track record
2 outlets
The report behind this

Display

The 6.5-inch screen stays, with a slightly smaller Dynamic Island

The 6.5-inch screen stays. The Dynamic Island gets smaller.

Reported
79% track record
1 outlet
The report behind this

Camera

A second rear camera is expected, a 48MP ultra wide

A second rear camera is reported at 48MP ultra wide.

Reported
79% track record
5 outlets
The report behind this

Battery and charging

The battery could be about 3,500mAh

Battery capacity lands around 3,500mAh.

Reported
79% track record
3 outlets
The report behind this
May 17, 2024 · First sign of it
The Information reports Apple is developing a thinner 2025 iPhone
The Information reported a major thinner-iPhone project for 2025, internally described in the article as a significant redesign.
Nov 10, 2025 · Delayed
The Information reports Apple has delayed the next iPhone Air
The Information reported that Apple had removed the next iPhone Air from its planned fall 2026 release schedule after weak sales of the first model.
Mar 16, 2025 · Design and hardware
Bloomberg report says Apple considered a portless iPhone 17 Air
MacRumors relayed Mark Gurman's Bloomberg report that Apple had considered removing the USB-C port from the thinner iPhone. The idea was not what ultimately shipped, but it showed how aggressively Apple was exploring thinness during development.
Nov 11, 2025 · Design and hardware
Apple is reported to be exploring a second rear camera
A follow-up report from The Information said Apple was considering a second camera lens for the next iPhone Air. The proposed change was framed as a response to complaints about the first generation's single-camera design.
Sep 9, 2025 · Announced
Apple announces the first iPhone Air
Apple formally debuted iPhone Air on September 9, confirming the new product name and positioning it as the company's thinnest iPhone. This established the announcement date that was missing from the starting brief.
Dec 16, 2025 · Supply chain
The Information reports trial production could restart at Luxshare
The Information's iPhone roadmap report said Luxshare was leading trial production for the redesigned Air successor and that work could restart as early as March. The report placed the device on a later path than the previously planned fall 2026 release.
Sep 19, 2025 · Went on sale
iPhone Air becomes available in stores
Apple's September 19 launch-day coverage listed iPhone Air among the new products reaching customers and stores. That date establishes the first-generation Air's release.
Jun 17, 2026 · Others confirmed it
Bloomberg reports the redesigned Air successor is in advanced testing
Bloomberg reporting carried by Fortune said the next iPhone Air was in advanced internal testing. The same report described continued work on a redesigned successor, reinforcing that the project remained active despite the earlier delay.
Show 6 more specifications
Audio
Unknown
Built-in speakerSpatial Audio with compatible AirPods; supports AAC, APAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Atmos
Biometrics
Unknown
Face ID using TrueDepth cameraConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026
Buttons
Unknown
Volume up/down, Action button, Camera Control, side buttonConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026USB-C 2 connector
Design
Unknown
Titanium designConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026Ceramic Shield 2 front and Ceramic Shield back
Dynamic island
Unknown
Dynamic IslandConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026
Modem
Unknown
Apple C1X cellular modemConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026
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Processor
Unknown
A19 Pro with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU and 16-core Neural EngineConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026
Charging
Unknown
Up to 50% in about 30 minutes with 20W-or-higher USB-C adapter or 30W-or-higher MagSafeConfirmed: Apple · Oct 4, 2026MagSafe/Qi2 wireless up to 20W
Fit and sizes
Unknown
74.7 × 156.2 × 5.64mm165g

Expected price: about $999–$1,099

Reported estimate

Price compared to others

Price compared to others

Apple iPhone Air (1st gen)
$999
Google Pixel 10
$799
Apple iPhone 17
$899
Google Pixel 11
$899
Samsung Galaxy S26
$899.99
Google Pixel 10 Pro
$999
Available nowApple iPhone 17$899Guide News
Available nowApple iPhone Air (1st gen)$999Guide News
Available nowApple iPhone 18 Pro$1199Guide News
Available nowGoogle PixelGuide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Apple iPhone Air

Top questions

When does iPhone Air 2 come out?
We expect it in spring 2027, alongside the standard iPhone 18. Apple has not given a date itself; that window comes from reporting on Apple's split launch schedule.

Using it

How much storage does it have?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it comes with 1GB to 512GB of storage. There are 3 sizes: 1GB, 256GB and 512GB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, it does 5G. Sub-6 bands.
Does it unlock with my face?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, it unlocks with your face.
How heavy is it?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it weighs 165g.
How good is the camera?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it shoots on a 48MP main camera. The front camera is 18MP.
What video can it shoot?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it shoots 4K at 60fps. That is its highest setting.
How does it connect?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it connects over Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi 7. It also has Thread, for smart-home accessories.
What colours does it come in?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it comes in 5 finishes. Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue, Space Black, and 1 more. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: the screen reaches 3000 nits at its brightest. It packs 460 pixels into every inch.
How thick is it?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it is 5.64mm thick.
What chip is inside?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it runs on Apple A19 Pro.
How much memory does it have?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it has 12GB of RAM. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
What software does it run?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it runs iOS 26.
What is it made of?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it is made of titanium.
Does it do contactless payments?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, it has NFC for contactless payments.

Sizing and fit

What sizes does it come in?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: storage: 1TB.

Battery and charging

How long does the battery last?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: 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?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: it charges in 30 minutes, to 50%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
How big is the battery?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: the battery is 3500 mAh. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Does it charge wirelessly?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, it charges wirelessly. It takes up to 20W on a wireless pad.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP68. The maker states immersion beyond a metre. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.

Price and models

What colors does it come in?
Apple iPhone Air (1st gen), the current model: cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue, Space Black, Lavender.

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