The upcoming iPhone model, likely named the iPhone 17 Air, is gaining attention for its incredibly slim design. A new report reveals that it could be even thinner than initially anticipated. Currently, the thinnest iPhone model is the iPhone 6, measuring 6.9mm in thickness. However, the iPhone 17 Air could potentially be as slim as 5.5mm, which would make it the thinnest iPhone ever produced.
This would also make it one of the thinnest Apple devices overall, only slightly thicker than the 5.1mm 13-inch iPad Pro. The report, from well-known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, suggests that Apple is pushing the boundaries of smartphone design with this ultra-thin iPhone.
One of the key design differences for the iPhone 17 Air could be its camera setup. It’s rumored to feature only one camera, unlike the iPhone 16 models, which have two cameras, or the Pro models that have three. This design choice is likely to be part of the iPhone 17 Air’s appeal, as its ultra-thin profile will surely be a major selling point.
Though the camera may protrude beyond the thinnest part of the phone, the 5.5mm thickness is what users will notice when holding the device. If this design comes to fruition, it would mark a significant step forward for Apple in terms of creating a sleeker, more minimalist smartphone.
