86
Sam Rutherford
Engadget
“And in that respect, the iPhone Air is a massive success.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Sleek titanium frame
- Super thin design
- Lightweight construction
- A17‑Bionic processor performance
- Ceramic Shield rear panel
- ProMotion 120 Hz display
Points of Contention
- Short battery life
- Camera capabilities are limited
- Fewer cameras
- Higher price
- No mmWave 5G
- Runs hot
Professional Reviews
7 reviews from 7 critics80
Raymond Wong
Gizmodo
“Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever sucks you right in, but it may not be the complete package if cameras and battery life are a top priority for you.”
80
Eric Zeman
PCMag
“It's not the fastest or longest-lasting model in the iPhone 17 lineup, and some will find its single camera limiting, but it's the most interesting phone Apple has made in years.”
80
Jacob Krol
TechRadar
“The iPhone Air is Apple’s boldest design refresh in years – it’s almost impossibly thin at 5.64 mm, yet still sturdy thanks to the use of titanium and Ceramic Shield.”
70
Allison Johnson
The Verge
The iPhone Air delivers exceptional slimness and lightweight comfort with solid A19 Pro performance, but sacrifices battery life and camera versatility. It serves as a niche option for users prioritizing form over function rather than a mainstream flagship replacement.
70
Jason Cross
MacWorld
“It delights and disappoints in equal measure, especially for an iPhone that costs a thousand dollars or more.”
70
Nirave Gondhia
Digital Trends
“It’s not perfect, and it’s an exercise in compromise, but regardless, the iPhone Air offers an unparalleled in-hand experience.”
