Why choose 512 GB on an iPhone Air?
Because the phone records in ProRes 4K at 60 fps and in 4K Dolby Vision at 120 fps: two space-hungry formats. For photos and apps, 256 GB is enough; regular filming justifies the higher capacity.
Does the iPhone Air record in ProRes?
Yes: ProRes in 4K at 60 frames per second, as well as 4K Dolby Vision at 120 fps. ProRes leaves plenty of latitude for processing in the edit — exposure and colour can still be adjusted after shooting.
Is the iPhone Air's USB-C port fast?
It runs at USB 3, 10 Gbps — five times the speed of the USB 2 on entry-level models. That is what you need to offload ProRes footage without waiting, as it is among the largest files the phone produces.
How good is the iPhone Air's display?
A 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED panel with ProMotion 120 Hz, reaching 3,000 nits in HDR, staying on when the phone is locked (always-on mode) and featuring the Dynamic Island. It is on a par with the Pro models in the range.
Which chip powers the iPhone Air?
The Apple A19 Pro, the same as the Pro models of this generation, with a 6-core CPU and a 16-core Neural Engine for AI that runs on the device. RAM reaches 12 GB.
Does the iPhone Air come with a charger?
No: the USB-C 20 W adapter is sold separately. Fast charging works over USB-C as well as MagSafe, but it requires an adapter able to deliver the necessary power.
Is the iPhone Air Wi-Fi 7 compatible?
Yes, along with sub-6 GHz 5G and a U2 UWB chip, which locates a compatible accessory to within a centimetre. Bluetooth is version 5.3, and unlocking is handled by Face ID.
Is the back of the iPhone Air as well protected as the front?
Both are protected, but differently: the front is Ceramic Shield 2, the latest generation of the toughened glass, and the back is reinforced Ceramic Shield. On a 5.6 mm device, this protection directly determines how rigid the whole phone is.
What is the Camera Control button on the iPhone Air for?
It is a physical control dedicated to shooting: it opens the camera and gives access to its settings without going through the touchscreen. On such a thin body, having this control under your finger makes one-handed use easier.
How thick is the iPhone Air?
5.6 mm — it is the thinnest iPhone ever, weighing 165 g with a footprint of 15.65 × 7.46 cm. For comparison, the Pro models of the same generation are 8.7 mm thick and weigh over 199 grams.
Is the iPhone Air new and under warranty?
Yes, new equipment, with the invoice serving as the warranty document for 1 year. Keep it: it is the document you will be asked for when making a warranty claim.