At its Cupertino headquarters on Tuesday, Apple pulled back the curtain on the thinnest iPhone ever: the new iPhone Air. Measuring a razor-thin 5.6 millimeters, the device is designed to deliver power and style in a sleeker package than ever before.
Despite rumors of a major AI push, Apple’s keynote focused on hardware upgrades. The iPhone Air sports a high-density battery that promises up to 40 hours of video playback—ideal for binge-watching on the go or surviving long haul flights. Inside, Apple’s brand-new processor promises faster app launches and smoother multitasking, though specific AI enhancements were left out of the announcement.
On the photography front, the dual-camera system packs improved sensors for sharper low-light shots and flex-mode selfies. Apple also removed the physical SIM slot, making room for more battery capacity and trimming down the overall weight.
Priced from $999, the iPhone Air lands in the competitive mid-premium segment, where consumers weigh battery life, camera quality, and price. Business pros will appreciate the longer runtimes, while travelers can enjoy fewer charging stops.
Apple confirmed the iPhone Air will roll out across G20 markets later this month, with preorders opening next week.
As tech enthusiasts digest the specs, one question remains: will Apple’s next move leap into AI to match its sleek hardware? With many eyes on Cupertino, the stage is set for Apple’s future innovations.
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