Would you buy the iPhone 17 Slim if it had one 48MP rear camera?
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The iPhone 17 Air, which Apple is rumored to launch in 2025, may use the new A19 chip and a single rear camera. At first glance, it appears to be an entirely new, slimmer design.
Rumor has it that Apple will revamp its iPhone 17 lineup next year, discontinuing the Plus model in favor of the Air model.
iPhone 17 Air spec details again
With the launch of the iPhone 14 in 2022, Apple has discontinued the “mini” model and introduced the iPhone 14 Plus. It maintains the same specs as the regular iPhone 14, but has a larger 6.7-inch display. This was followed by the iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 16 Plus.
Despite the larger display, the “Plus” model clearly doesn’t seem to be appealing to consumers. Therefore, rumors suggest that Apple will once again revamp its iPhone lineup in 2025, discontinuing the Plus version. In its place is the iPhone 17 Air/Slim, which stands out for its slimmer design. It will probably be Apple’s slimmest iPhone yet.
In a research note shared with MacRumors, Haitong International analyst Jeff Pu detailed the phone’s possible specifications. Analysts believe the slim new iPhone will have an A19 chip with a 6.6-inch display and 8GB RAM. As for the cameras, it looks like it will have one 48MP rear shooter and a 24MP front camera. For biometric authentication, it will likely use Face ID and have an aluminum chassis.
Apple may prioritize slimness over functionality
The single 48MP rear camera may disappoint many. However, Apple may have had to make this sacrifice to achieve a thinner Air.
8GB RAM ensures that iPhone 17 Air supports Apple Intelligence. As for the 24MP front camera, the entire iPhone 17 lineup is said to receive this upgrade. The Pro model is also rumored to include a 48MP periscope shooter.
Pu’s argument is consistent A leak from July this year details the iPhone 17 Air’s alleged specs. The leak also pointed out that This phone could be more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, with a rumored price tag of $1,300.
Considering the specs and high price, the iPhone 17 Air may be a tough sell for Apple.
