One more leak about the iPhone 17 Air

New information about the Apple iPhone 17 Air smartphone, which should become one of the next-generation iPhone models, has appeared online.

This time, the leak concerns the battery capacity, and the data already allows us to compare the device with the current iPhone 16 Plus.

What has become known?

According to information from the database of the Chinese regulator, the model with the number D47 (presumably the iPhone 17 Air) will receive a 3,877 mAh battery. This is slightly less than the iPhone 16 Plus, which has a 4,422 mAh element.

Despite the decrease in capacity, analysts and insiders suggest that battery life may remain at the same level or even increase — due to a more energy-efficient chip and an updated display.

What is known about the iPhone 17 Air?

According to preliminary data, the iPhone 17 Air will be an updated version of the Plus version, but with a thinner body, an improved front camera, and, possibly, a new design.

The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to include the following models:

• iPhone 17

• iPhone 17 Air (instead of the usual Plus)

• iPhone 17 Pro

• iPhone 17 Pro Max

What do insiders say?

Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously stated that Apple is working on improving the energy efficiency of OLED displays, which will compensate for the decrease in battery capacity. There are also expectations that the iPhone 17 will have new cooling systems and a redesigned layout of internal components.

Conclusion

Although the iPhone 17 Air, judging by the leak, will receive a smaller battery compared to the iPhone 16 Plus, users are unlikely to notice a deterioration in battery life.

Apple traditionally relies on hardware and software optimization to maintain a high level of comfort in everyday use. The official presentation of the iPhone 17 line is expected in the fall of 2025.