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iPhone Air
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iPhone Air

A remarkably thin phone that feels lighter than its screen size suggests. You trade the ultra wide camera, the speaker on the bottom and some battery life for the most pleasant iPhone to hold.

Our score8.3 / 10
Released2025
Launch price$999
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Our take

A remarkably thin phone that feels lighter than its screen size suggests. You trade the ultra wide camera, the speaker on the bottom and some battery life for the most pleasant iPhone to hold.

For phones we look past launch-week impressions: battery health after a year of daily charging, how the camera handles indoor and low-light shots, and whether the software keeps the phone feeling quick.

Pros

  • Astonishingly thin and light
  • Big ProMotion display
  • Pro-class chip

Cons

  • Single rear camera
  • Battery life is merely fine
  • eSIM only

Specifications

Display6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, ProMotion up to 120Hz
ChipA19 Pro
Rear camera48MP Fusion
Front camera18MP Center Stage
ThicknessAbout 5.6 mm
PortUSB-C

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer at launch and may differ by region and configuration. Last reviewed October 20, 2026.

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