Apple iPhone Air Images UAE & Specs

Previously rumored as Apple iPhone 17 Slim, or iPhone 17 Air

Apple iPhone Air – Light, Powerful, and Stylish

The iPhone Air is designed for those who want all the performance of Apple's flagship devices but in a thinner, lighter, and more travel-friendly package. It was launched in September 2025.

Design and Build

The iPhone Air truly lives up to its name, at just 5.6mm thin and weighing just 165g, it's Apple's thinnest iPhone yet. The phone feels feather-light yet durable, thanks to its Ceramic Shield 2 glass front and back paired with a grade-5 titanium frame. With an IP68 rating, it is dust and water-resistant for up to 6 meters and 30 minutes, making it safe for everyday adventures.

The Apple iPhone Air comes in four colors: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, and Sky Blue, so users can choose a color to suit their personality.

Display and Experience

The iPhone Air features a 6.5-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. HDR10, Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 3000 nits ensure stunning visuals.

Performance and Power

The iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro chipset (3nm), paired with a hexa-core CPU and 5-core Apple GPU. With 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB of storage options and 12GB of RAM, it offers sufficient space and speed for all of your needs.

Cameras

Despite its slim body, the iPhone Air packs impressive cameras. On the back, there’s a 48 MP wide lens with OIS and PDAF, capable of capturing sharp photos in all conditions. It records in 4K Dolby Vision HDR at up to 60fps, giving users a cinematic experience.

The front houses an 18 MP camera with OIS and an SL 3D sensor, perfect for selfies, video calls, and secure Face ID. Features like HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, and spatial audio recording make it stand out as a content creator’s companion.

Battery and Charging

Compared to the Pro Max variants, the iPhone Air's 3149 mAh battery is smaller but more efficient.  It has reverse wired charging for small accessories, 20W wireless charging with MagSafe and Qi2, and PD2.0 rapid charging (50 percent in 30 minutes).

iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air

The iPhone 17 is designed as a balanced flagship for everyday users, while the iPhone Air focuses on style, thinness, and portability.

1. Size & Weight: The iPhone Air is slimmer at just 5.6 mm and lighter at 165 g, while the iPhone 17 is a 8 mm bit and heavier but still compact.

2. Display: The iPhone Air offers a slightly larger 6.5-inch OLED screen with higher peak brightness (3000 nits), whereas the iPhone 17 has a 6.3-inch display that’s still sharp and smooth at 120Hz.

3. Cameras: The iPhone 17 carries a dual-camera system (wide + ultrawide) for more versatility, while the iPhone Air keeps a single 48 MP wide camera for simplicity.

4. Battery: The iPhone 17 has a bigger battery (~3692 mAh), giving it longer life, while the iPhone Air’s smaller 3149 mAh battery focuses on keeping the body thin.

5. Performance & Memory: Both run on the powerful A19 series, but the iPhone Air has the A19 Pro with 12GB RAM, while the iPhone 17 has the standard A19 with 8GB RAM.

Price: The iPhone Air comes at a higher starting price because its premium ultra-thin build starts at AED 4,257 to AED 5,505, while the iPhone 17 is more affordable.

FAQs About iPhone Air

1. What is the price of iPhone Air in the UAE?

Ans: The iPhone Air starts at AED 4,257 for the 256GB model and AED 5,505 for the high-end 1 TB variant.

2. What are the available colors of iPhone Air?

Ans: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, and Sky Blue.

3. How thin is the iPhone Air?

Ans: At 5.6 mm, it’s Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever.

4. Does iPhone Air support 5G?

Ans: Yes, it supports full 5G SA/NSA/Sub-6 GHz bands.

6. What is the battery capacity of iPhone Air?

Ans: It comes with a 3149 mAh battery with fast charging and MagSafe support.

7. Is iPhone Air water-resistant?

Ans: Yes, it is IP68-certified, resistant up to 6 meters for 30 minutes.