Reports Point to Dual Camera and CoE Display Aimed at Boosting iPhone Air 2 Battery Life
The Elec’s claim about a thinner CoE panel adds to earlier leaks of a second rear camera.
Overview
- Multiple outlets report Apple plans to add a second rear camera to the next iPhone Air to address critiques of the original’s single-lens setup.
- The Elec says Apple is exploring chip‑on‑encapsulation display packaging that would thin the panel and improve outdoor legibility with lower power draw.
- A thinner display could free internal space that Apple might use for a larger battery, potentially improving endurance.
- CoE is rumored to debut on an iPhone Fold later this year before reaching the Air lineup, though this sequence remains unconfirmed.
- Timing for the iPhone Air 2 is uncertain, with leaks pointing to either a September 2026 reveal or a slip into spring 2027 and no confirmation from Apple.