One of the most anticipated Apple iPhone line up changes that is expected to befall us would be the introduction of Apple iPhone 17 Air. The tech community and enthusiasts have been abuzz with the new updates and leaks regarding the new iPhone Air. While Samsung has already left their opponent to the iPhone air loose in the arena of competition hurts Apple’s chance to bounce back and reply. While the aesthetic of these super slim phones have left us amazed, its their spec list that is becoming an issue for the enthusiasts to digest. A spec that has left enthusiasts questioning the phone’s capability is the puny 3900 mAh battery that has been placed within the new Galaxy S25 Edge.
And while I had resolute hope from the Apple iPhone 17 Air to improve on the number, a new leak and report by phone arena has left us dejected. The new iPhone 17 air would possibly be equipped with a 2800 mAh battery in an aluminum chassis with a 5.5mm thickness and a 145 Gram total weight. New Leaks regarding the battery capacity has lead to great commotion in the tech community. Considering the fact that Apple Used to pack their phones with battery above 3000 mAh battery in 2020, a 2800 mAh battery would be a significant demerit.
Software Optimization
Apple has indicated that it would be using AI based software optimizations that would actively tap into user’s experience data and ensure that it provides the user with a battery life that would easily last the whole day. Beyond that Apple has showcased its intent to use a high density battery to provide the phone with an extended battery life.
A new revelation has revealed that the battery has silicon instead of traditional graphite, allowing the manufacturer to pack more than 15% more energy into the same space compared to conventional rechargeable battery packs. Such an innovation would allow Apple to ramp up the battery life of the phone in such a small and slim form factor.
What The leaks Suggest
The report comes in at a time when leakers like Wayne Ma have revealed that the device would have a worse battery life compared to older iPhones as well. Gurman had revealed that the battery could easily be on par with several other older iPhones. The High density battery would be able to give the device a formidable battery life. Similar tech has been used in other phones in the industry as well we saw a similar battery technology the Honor Magic V3 pro Foldable.
New Modem For Extended battery life
To further ensure that the device is able to last a whole day without any recharges, it would be equipped with a C1 modem and, the lack of triple camera sensors would further assure better internal component management.
The advanced Silicon Battery technology would help the brand further aid other devices and flagships as well such as the 20th anniversary flagship TDK has further assured that they would be able to surpass the set standards and are currently working on a new fourth generation silicon Battery which they would launch sometime in the next fiscal year. The Air is expected to replace the Plus model that is currently available in the line up. The phone is likely to be launched in September. With such advancements in battery technology and Ai based optimization Apple would be able to ensure that the phone lasts a whole day with ease.
