Potential iPhone 17 Air Incoming?
A new chapter in the iPhone saga may be unfolding as Apple reportedly plans to replace the iPhone 17 Plus with a sleeker, thinner variant dubbed the “iPhone 17 Air”.
According to industry insider Mark Gurman, this new model will sit between the standard iPhone and the higher-end Pro models, offering a stylish design without the hefty price tag of the Pro lineup. Think of it as the MacBook Air of iPhones: slim, sleek, and appealing to a wider audience.
While the prospect of a thinner iPhone is exciting, it also raises concerns about durability. Apple has a history of facing criticism over the bending of its devices, and a thinner iPhone could potentially reignite these issues. The company will undoubtedly need to balance style with substance to avoid another “bendgate” fiasco.
Beyond the iPhone 17 Air, Apple is also rumoured to be considering an “iPhone Ultra” as its flagship model, similar to the Apple Watch Ultra. However, there’s no concrete timeline for this high-end device yet.
As the tech giant continues to innovate and expand its product line, it will be interesting to see how consumers respond to these new models. Will the “Air” variant be a game-changer, or will it simply be another footnote in Apple’s history?
