Overview

• Apple is reported to launch an ultra‑thin iPhone 17 Air in September 2025, replacing the Plus model and trading a single rear camera and smaller battery for a roughly 5.5mm design with a C1 modem and eSIM‑only connectivity.
• The first foldable iPhone is described as a book‑style device with four cameras in total, a side‑button Touch ID in place of Face ID, Apple’s C2 modem, and no physical SIM tray.
• Display and hinge changes such as in‑cell touch panels, a stress‑dispersing metal plate, and liquid‑metal hinge components are said to target a less visible crease and improved durability.
• Supplier notes point to Foxconn’s NPI work underway and mass production in the second half of 2026, with a fall 2026 launch window and projected U.S. pricing broadly in the $1,800–$2,500 range, including a ~$1,999 estimate from JPMorgan.
• The roadmap reportedly culminates in 2027 with a curved‑glass anniversary model that moves away from the current flat‑sided design.