Apple will release the iPhone Air 2 in early 2027 with a thickness of approximately 5.2 millimeters, Gizmodo reported, making it 0.4 millimeters thinner than the original model. The device is expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 lineup and a budget iPhone 18e model.
Thickness and Dimensions of the iPhone Air 2
The upcoming 5.2-millimeter profile places the new phone at roughly the same thickness as an unfolded iPhone Duo. While a seven percent reduction in thickness might appear minimal on paper, small dimensional changes noticeably alter how a smartphone feels in the hand. By comparison, the iPhone 18 Pro measures 8.75 millimeters thick. Apple plans to retain the titanium frame material used in the first-generation device.
Camera System and Dual-Lens Upgrade
Jon Prosser reported that the device will upgrade from a single rear camera to a dual-lens setup featuring a 48-megapixel ultra-wide sensor and a 48-megapixel standard sensor. To accommodate the extra hardware, Apple altered the internal design of the Face ID camera module. The exterior finish will also see a change, with a lavender option replacing the current sky blue color.
Processor Performance and Battery Capacity Increases
Energy efficiency gains from the A20 Pro chip will improve battery runtime to a noticeable degree. A separate leak indicates the battery capacity will reach 3,500 milliamp-hours, representing an 11 percent increase over the 3,149 milliamp-hour capacity of the first iPhone Air. Retail pricing for the device could see a 100-dollar increase compared to the launch price of its predecessor.
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