iPhone 17 Air: Thinner Design, Shorter Battery Life—But a Revived Accessory Might Help

The upcoming iPhone 17 Air is expected to have a thinner design, which will result in a battery life reduction of around 20% compared to other models in the iPhone 17 lineup. To address this issue, Apple plans to reintroduce a version of its discontinued Smart Battery Case specifically for the iPhone 17 Air. This case aims to provide users with extended battery life while maintaining the slim profile they desire. According to sources, only about 10% of iPhone manufacturing capacity is being allocated to the iPhone 17 Air due to uncertain demand, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max will have the largest production allocation at 40%. The article also mentions that other accessories like a USB-C charger and wireless CarPlay adapter could enhance the iPhone experience.