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Apple iPhone Air

Apple iPhone Air

Key Features

Display
6.5 inches
1260×2736 pixels
Camera
48 MP
Memory
12GB
LPDDR5X
Battery
3149 mAh
Li-Ion
Release date
September 2025
Storage
256GB, 512GB,
NVMe

Colour

£999

What Customers Say

ChoiceWise Review: 73 Out Of 100
Performance
77
Camera
81
Battery
46
Display
86
TypeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Size6.5 inches
Resolution1260×2736 pixels
Refresh rate120 Hz
PPI460
Aspect ratio19.5:9
Screen-to-body ratio89.9 %
Display featuresCapacitive Touchscreen Dolby Vision HDR10 Multi-touch display
Max rated brightness3000 nits
Screen protectionAnti-reflective coating, Ceramic Shield 2 Glass, Mohs level 5
ChipsetApple A19 Pro
CPU cores5
Fabrication Technology3 nm
CPU max frequency4260 MHz
CPU Architecture64-bit
Microarchitecture2x 4.26 GHz – Performance cores 4x X.X GHz – Efficiency cores
Memory typeLPDDR5X
GPUApple A19 Pro GPU
RAM12GB
Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Storage TypeNVMe
Operating SystemiOS 26
Matrix48 MP
Video Resolution2160p @ 24/25/30/60 fps 1080p @ 25/30/60/120/240 fps
Video FeaturesDolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), HDR, Stereo Sound Rec
FeaturesPanorama
Lenses48 MP , ƒ /1.6, 26 mm ( Wide-angle ), 1.0 μm , 1/1.56" Sensor size - Dual-Pixel PDAF - sensor-shift OIS
FlashDual-LED Dual-Tone Flash
Matrix18 MP
Lenses18 MP , ƒ /1.9 ( Wide-angle ) - Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) - PDAF
Video Resolution2160p @ 24/25/30/60 fps 1080p @ 25/30/60/120 fps
Video Features3D (spatial) audio, Dolby Vision HDR, Gyro-EIS, Stereo Sound Rec
FeaturesDolby Vision HDR High Dynamic Range (HDR)
AnnouncedTuesday, 09 September 2025
ReleasedFriday, 19 September 2025
Capacity3149 mAh
TypeLi-Ion
Wired charging power15W
Wireless charging supportYes
Wireless charging power15W
Fast charging supportno
FeaturesMagSafe fast wireless charging, Qi2 wireless charging, Reverse wired charging, Wired charging from 0-50% in 30 minutes (official specs),
Browsing12:06 hh:mm
Video watching8:23 hh:mm
Playing games7:38 hh:mm
Height156.2 mm
Width74.7 mm
Thickness5.6 mm
Weight165 g
Resistance certificateIP68
Resistance cert. meaningDust and water-resistant (withstands high-pressure water jets; submersible up to 6m for 30 minutes)
SIM cardsDual SIM
VoLTE supportYes
Network Type supportEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, 5G, LTE, HSPA
Network_5G bands5G: n1 (2100), n2 (1900), n3 (1800), n5 (850), n7 (2600), n8 (900), n12 (700), n14 (700), n20 (800), n25 (1900), n26 (850), n28 (700), n29 (700), n30 (2300), n38 (2600), n40 (2300), n41 (2500), n48 (3500), n53 (2500), n66 (2100), n70 (2000), n71 (600), n75 (1500), n77 (3700), n78 (3500), n79 (4700 MHz)
Network_4G bandsLTE: b1 (2100), b2 (1900), b3 (1800), b4 (1700), b5 (850), b7 (2600), b8 (900), b12 (700), b13 (700), b14 (700), b17 (700), b18 (800), b19 (800), b20 (800), b25 (1900), b26 (850), b28 (700), b29 (700), b30 (2300), b32 (1500), b34 (2000), b38 (2600), b39 (1900), b40 (2300), b41 (2500), b42 (3500), b48 (3800), b53 (2500), b66 (1700), b71 (600 MHz)
Network_3G bandsHSPA: 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
Network_2G bandsGSM: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz CDMA: 800 / 1900 MHz
WiFi supportYes ( Wi-Fi 7 )
Bluetooth supportYes, v6.0
USB portsUSB Type-C 2.0,
USB connectivityUSB charging
GPS supportYes
GPS featuresBDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS
NFC supportYes
Wi-Fi standards802.11/a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be
Wi-Fi featuresMobile Hotspot, Tri-band
LoudspeakerYes
Headphone jackNo
Radio FMNo
Audio typeStereo speakers,

Expert Opinion

Overall Assessment and Positioning

The Apple iPhone Air is Apple’s latest shot at the high-end smartphone market, and it lands right where you’d expect: sleek, powerful, and unmistakably premium. This phone doesn’t just look good—it’s packed with features and specs that keep Apple firmly at the top of the smartphone game. The iPhone Air’s launch feels like a real milestone for Apple, showing off how seriously the company takes both innovation and user experience. And here’s the kicker: with a starting price that’s actually a bit lower than the last flagship, Apple’s making a play for folks who want a top-tier phone without blowing their whole budget.

Key Strengths and Standout Features

Let’s talk about what really makes the iPhone Air stand out. First up, the display. Apple went all-in on this one—a gorgeous LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED screen, super smooth refresh rate, colors that pop, and sharp detail everywhere you look. The camera system hits hard, too. You get a 48MP main camera and an 18MP front camera, both loaded with tricks like Dolby Vision HDR and sensor-shift OIS, so your photos and videos come out looking sharp and cinematic. Battery life? It’s solid—not groundbreaking, but it lasts through the day for most people. Plus, you get wireless charging and MagSafe fast charging, which just makes life easier. And with fast Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and a USB Type-C 2.0 port, connecting to your other devices is quick and smooth.

Value Proposition and Who It's Best Suited For

So who’s this phone really for? The iPhone Air is a sweet spot for anyone who wants a premium experience without the sky-high price of Apple’s absolute top models. It’s got the right mix of performance, features, and design for people who want to do more—shoot great photos, run demanding apps, and just have a phone that feels smooth and reliable every day. If you’re a professional, a creative, or just someone who wants their phone to keep up with a busy life, the iPhone Air checks all the boxes. It’s not the most cutting-edge device Apple’s ever made, but it’s reliable, feature-packed, and ready for just about anything you throw at it.

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