Apple’s iPhone 17 Air is shaping up to be the boldest design move we’ve seen in years. Thinner than ever before (just 5.5mm!), lighter in the hand, and aiming to balance premium materials with everyday usability — but it comes with some major trade-offs. No ultrawide camera, no bottom speaker, and a surprisingly small battery. So who is this ultra-thin iPhone really for? Let’s break down everything we know, from release dates and design to performance, pricing, and what you’re giving up for that sleek new form factor.

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Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
0:38 – iPhone 17 Air release timeline
1:14 – Design & thinness breakdown
2:38 – Material choices & compromises
3:31 – Battery size and chipset efficiency
4:10 – Display specs and features
5:09 – A19 chip, RAM, and performance
6:05 – Single-camera system explained
7:11 – What you’re giving up
8:06 – Pricing & lineup positioning
8:56 – Final thoughts