Apple Reportedly Planning Second-Generation iPhone Air for 2027
Quick Look
- Apple may be developing a second-generation iPhone Air, an ultralight smartphone, for a spring 2027 release.
- Rumors suggest potential upgrades including a second rear camera, better battery life, and an A20 Pro processor, aiming to boost the appeal of the slim form factor.
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Why It Matters
Apple may be planning a second version of its ultralight iPhone Air, first introduced last fall, for a spring 2027 release.
Apple could be making a follow-up to the iPhone Air, the ultralight smartphone introduced last fall. According to Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, plans may be in motion for the company to launch a second version of the device for spring 2027. Sources said the potential new product might add a second rear camera, improved battery life and a version of the A20 Pro processor.
Apple rarely offers specifics around sales figures for individual models, but our impression has been that the iPhone Air was not a big mover among buyers. The device has largely been viewed as a precursor for Apple's eventual foldable smartphone, and many of us who watch the company closely didn't expect it to have much staying power.
This rumor suggests that Apple may have higher aspirations for this ultralight form factor as a more permanent part of its mobile lineup. We did find the solitary rear camera to be a downside in our review of the iPhone Air, so alleviating some of the tradeoffs needed for such a slim chassis might increase the appeal.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Apple will launch a second-generation iPhone Air in spring 2027.
Speculative · Within years
Open Questions
- Will the new iPhone Air be a significant improvement?
- How will it compete with other ultralight devices?
