Overview

• Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman describes a roadmap starting with an ultra‑thin iPhone 17 Air this September, replacing the Plus model with a single rear camera, Apple’s C1 modem, and eSIM‑only design.
• The first foldable iPhone is reported to be a book‑style device with an in‑cell display intended to make the inner crease less noticeable and to improve touch accuracy.
• Gurman and industry leaks say the foldable will feature four cameras in total—two on the back plus one on the cover and one on the inner display—and will use a side‑button Touch ID in place of Face ID.
• Connectivity is expected to shift to Apple’s C2 modem with no physical SIM slot, with early prototypes tested in black and white finishes, according to the reports.
• Supply‑chain notes point to Foxconn having entered NPI with production activities ramping through late 2025, mass production planned for the second half of 2026, and a premium price tier estimated around $1,800–$2,000, all unconfirmed by Apple.