Key Highlights
- Reports suggest a smaller iPhone 17 model, possibly with an Air variant prioritising thin design over specific hardware.
- The company is also planning to introduce a foldable phone.
The arrival of the iPhone 16 Series is still a while off, but there have been numerous reports of a new, smaller-looking iPhone 17 model. There could be an Air variant in the iPhone 17 series, which would prioritise a thin design over specific hardware specifications. In 2027, Apple may add iPhone Pro features and specifications to the iPhone 17 Air model.
According to Mark Gurman Apple plans to reintroduce its fourth-model concept next year with a thinner design, aiming to create an “Air” version of the iPhone, positioned between the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro. This could be compared to the original MacBook Air, which was between the regular MacBook and MacBook Pro. It is anticipated that demand for the iPhone 17 Slim/Air will surpass that of the Mini and Plus models.
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Previously rumours were circulating that the iPhone Slim would be an extremely expensive model, possibly even surpassing the price of the iPhone Pro Max. The information concerning the new iPhone model is now outdated though, as Mark Gurman of Bloomberg has indicated that the iPhone Slim will resemble an iPhone Air more.
“The sales pitch will probably go like this: If you want something snazzier than a standard iPhone — but don’t really need the performance, screen size or cameras of a Pro model — you can get something that looks much cooler while still having the specifications of a regular iPhone.”
As per the report by the Apple Analyst, Apple’s slimmer iPhone is a step towards a better Pro model, expected to be released by 2027. Rumours of a foldable iPhone have been more frequent, suggesting that preparations are advanced. He further added, “I also expect Apple to produce a foldable iPhone, but all signs internally point to a foldable iPad being just as big of a priority. That means we may still see a tablet version come sooner.”
