Is the terabyte worthwhile on an iPhone Air?
It is aimed at regular filming in ProRes 4K at 60 fps, the largest format the phone produces. For photos and apps, a smaller capacity is still ample — it is really video that drives this choice.
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.
What is the iPhone Air's frame made of?
Polished titanium, a material that is stiffer than aluminium for the same weight — a necessary choice to keep a 5.6 mm thickness without bending. The front is Ceramic Shield 2 and the back is reinforced Ceramic Shield.
Does the iPhone Air take a physical SIM card?
No: it works with eSIM only, with no SIM tray. This is the direct trade-off for its thinness — there was no room for a physical tray. The line is activated remotely: check that your carrier offers eSIM.
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.