Apple's slim smartphone design marks a significant shift in direction
Apple is set to reveal its latest iPhone lineup at an event on Tuesday, and one device that has been generating a lot of buzz is the iPhone 17 Air. According to recent reports from Bloomberg and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 17 Air could be the thinnest iPhone ever, setting the stage for a potential shift in the smartphone market.
The iPhone 17 Air's slim design could attract attention with its different form factor. However, it remains uncertain how consumers will respond to a slim iPhone compared to other models, especially given the potential compromise on camera quality or battery life due to a lighter design.
A Bloomberg report suggests that this year's slim iPhone could mark the start of a series of iPhone redesigns, potentially paving the way for a folding iPhone in 2026. The Galaxy S25 Edge, with its curved glass design, can be seen as an example of how Apple's work on a thinner iPhone could lead to advancements in folding phones.
Ming-Chi Kuo, a well-known Apple analyst at TF International Securities, predicts that Apple's major launch next year will be a foldable iPhone. According to his report, the launch of the foldable iPhone is expected around 2027, with shipments estimated at 20 million units and a price potentially above $2,000.
However, it is unclear whether the iPhone 17 Air will be equipped with top-of-the-line features like the iPhone 17 Pro. The Air model might spark more excitement about upgrading than AI, as it could be a wild card at the launch event, attracting attention with its different form factor.
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