Shocking leaks of the iPhone 17 Air raise the question of whether this will be a "disaster" or a "masterstroke" for Apple.
Technology enthusiasts are once again abuzz with the latest leaked information related to Apple's mysterious iPhone 17 Air, expected to launch next September. Sources from the supply chain have just revealed surprising details about the thinness, battery capacity and weight of this device, raising many questions about the strategy of the Cupertino giant.
Accordingly, the iPhone 17 Air is confirmed to be impressively thin at only 5.5 mm, continuing to affirm Apple's obsession with ultra-thin design. However, accompanying this "slim and skinny" body is a battery with a capacity of only 2,800 mAh. This number is considered extremely modest, even sounding like a "crime" on a smartphone in 2025, especially when compared to competitors of the same size, such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (just launched with a 3,900 mAh battery). In addition, the weight of the iPhone 17 Air is also revealed to be super light, only 145 grams, lighter than the Galaxy S25 Edge, even though the iPhone 17 Air is said to have a larger screen.
These parameters immediately raised many speculations and concerns. Is Apple sacrificing battery life, a crucial factor, in exchange for an incredibly thin design? A "conspiracy theory" suggests that Apple is intentionally "cutting" battery capacity to boost sales of its backup battery cases.
However, there are also rays of hope for users. Some other reports indicate that Apple may be applying high-density battery technology, which will increase the actual capacity by 15-20% compared to the nominal number. More importantly, it is said that the company is developing an advanced AI-powered battery saving feature, which is expected to intelligently optimize power consumption, thereby compensating for the smaller physical battery capacity and ensuring acceptable usage time for users.
Clearly, Apple is betting big on the ultra-thin design of the iPhone 17 Air. Will this trade-off be successful, or will it disappoint users in terms of battery life? The answer will depend largely on the efficiency of the new battery technologies and the AI optimization capabilities that Apple is nurturing. All will only be clear when the product is officially launched.