Key takeaways The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly replace the iPhone Plus model. It could measure 5.5mm thick and have a 6.6-inch display.
iOS 26's Adaptive Power feature could help mitigate battery compromises with a skinnier iPhone.
This slim iPhone 17 could cost $900, but the price may be affected by tariffs.
It could come in four color options, including a buzzed-about sky blue hue.
The anticipated reveal of the next iPhone -- which could include the thinnest iPhone ever -- is finally here.
We'll learn exactly what's in store at Apple's fall event on Tuesday. While Apple hasn't confirmed any details about the iPhone 17, the rumor mill has kept churning, especially around this ultra-thin new model, popularly dubbed the "iPhone 17 Air."
The iPhone 17 Air could serve as a successor to the iPhone 16 Plus, with a 6.6-inch display, making it smaller than the iPhone 16 Pro Max but bigger than the baseline iPhone and Pro models. It could also include higher RAM, new colors and a battery boost, thanks in part to iOS 26's Adaptive Power feature.
Apple's ultra-thin phone would join the trend of skinny phones, such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. To slim down the device, Apple would likely need to make some hardware trade-offs, like a single rear camera. The price tag could also be steeper if tariffs impact it.
The wait is almost over, and we're rounding up all the latest rumors, leaks and speculation about the new iPhone. Let's dig in.
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