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If these iPhone 17 Air rumors are real, my old phone is about to be retired


Here is every credible rumor about the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, including its design, cameras, specs, and more.

Efficient charging and thermal management: Leaker Majin Bu has shared photos and measurements of what's claimed to be the Air's battery: an L-shaped, steel-cased module that's about 2.49mm thick with an estimated capacity of 2,900mAh. Apple's iOS 26 overview doesn't go into much detail, but ZDNET's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tested it and reported that the system automatically adjusts performance and background tasks to stretch battery life when needed. However, in May 2025, President Donald Trump publicly threatened a 25% tariff on iPhones not built in the US -- a move that, if enacted and applied to the Air's supply chain, could affect pricing.

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