Apple has introduced the iPhone Air, its thinnest smartphone ever, featuring a slim 5.64mm profile and weighing just 165g. Despite its lightweight build, it is equipped with the powerful A19 Pro chip, a 6.5-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display, and Apple Intelligence.
iPhone Air Key Specifications and Features
- Display: 6.5-inch, 2736 × 1260, Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz
- CPU: Apple A19 Pro chip, Hexa-core Neural Engine
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
- Main Camera: 48MP (f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS)
- Front Camera: 18MP, F1.9
- OS: iOS 26
- Dimensions: 156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm
- Weight: 165 g
- Battery: Li-Ion 3149 mAh, MagSafe Wireless Charging (20W), Qi2 Wireless Charging (20W), up to 27 hours video playback
- Waterproof/Dustproof: IP68 Certified
- Connector: USB Type-C 2.0 (480 Mbps)
- Headphone Jack: No
- Authentication: Face ID
- Other Features: Apple Intelligence, Dual eSIM (no physical SIM), Satellite SOS, Collision Detection, Find Me, Stereo Speakers
- Connectivity: 5G Support, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6
- Colours: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue
The iPhone Air is the first in Apple’s new lineup that replaces the Plus series. With its 5.64mm thickness and 165g weight, it’s the thinnest iPhone to date, making portability its biggest highlight. The design features a titanium frame for enhanced durability while maintaining an ultra-light and sleek profile.
Powered by the Apple A19 Pro chip, the iPhone Air ensures smooth performance across multitasking, gaming, and AI features supported by Apple Intelligence. The single 48MP rear camera delivers high-quality shots with OIS, while the 18MP front camera is perfect for selfies and FaceTime in high resolution.
The phone supports 20W MagSafe wireless charging, dual eSIM for seamless connectivity, and a host of safety features like Emergency SOS via satellite and collision detection. Despite its thinness, it retains water and dust resistance (IP68), making it durable enough for everyday use.
iPhone Air Price and Release Date
The iPhone Air will be available in Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, and Sky Blue. Pre-orders begin on September 12, 2025, with the official launch on September 19, 2025.
- 256GB: $999 (approx. ₦1,500,000)
- 512GB: $1199 (approx. ₦1,800,000)
- 1TB: $1399 (approx. ₦2,100,000)
MagSafe Battery Pack: $99 (approx. ₦150,000)
Note: The price of the iPhone Air in Nigeria will vary from the official launch price due to several factors, such as exchange rates, import duties, shipping fees, and retailer markups. As a result, most local stores will not sell it at the official price, and the final cost may be higher depending on where you buy it.
Apple also announced the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, alongside AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3.
