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Apple Unveils $999 iPhone Air: Slim, Simple, and Short-Lived

9/29/2025

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Apple iPhone Air costs $999, is 5.6mm thick, but has one camera and a 3,149 mAh battery—the smallest in Apple’s lineup.
Early tests show Air’s battery lasts about 6 hours 43 minutes under heavy use, similar to iPhone 17.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max stands out for durability and reliable camera, with a heat-forged aluminum body and predictable battery life.

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Story summary

Apple iPhone Air costs $999, is 5.6mm thick, but has one camera and a 3,149 mAh battery—the smallest in Apple’s lineup.
Early tests show Air’s battery lasts about 6 hours 43 minutes under heavy use, similar to iPhone 17.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max stands out for durability and reliable camera, with a heat-forged aluminum body and predictable battery life.