iPhone 17 Air Specifications, Price and Disadvantages
Recently, there has been a lot of excitement about the iPhone 17 Series which will be released on October 17 in Indonesia.
However, what has caught the attention of Apple and Gadget lovers the most is the iPhone 17 Air.
Leaks regarding its super slim design, cool colors and rumors about its specifications have been widely circulated.
For those of you who want to buy the iPhone 17 Air, you can check out the complete information in this article!
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iPhone 17 Air
apples always stealing the public's attention on social media by providing information related to rumors about the release iPhones 17 Series throughout the world including in Indonesia which offers luxurious design and superior features.
Reportedly iPhones The 17 Series has 4 models with different camera modules such as the iPhone 17 Standard, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
However, of the four iPhone 17 models to be released, the iPhone 17 Air is one of the iPhones that has attracted the most attention from gadget lovers.
The reason is, the iPhone 17 Air has a different design compared to the previous series, especially in the camera module section.
Of course, this makes gadget lovers, including Apple enthusiasts, very enthusiastic about buying it.
Previously, the iPhone 17 Series, including the iPhone 17 Air, was released in the United States and the United Kingdom because Apple had opened pre-orders for the iPhone 17 Series in more than 63 countries on September 12, 2025.
Apple officially announced the iPhone 17 Series at the “Awe Dropping” event in Cupertino, United States on September 9, 2025.
Global pre-orders were made on September 12, 2025. Meanwhile, the first deliveries to these countries are scheduled for September 19, 2025.
However, reportedly in Indonesia itself the iPhone will be released on October 17, 2025.
The latest leak has been leaked by account X (@bhaguz_403), in his tweet posted on September 29, 2025, said that "Update, Looks like this year is a record for the fastest iPhone entry!!! iPhone 17 series. October 17, 2025. Pre-order October 10, okay. Prices start at 17 million, the most expensive is 42 million. Don't tell anyone, okay?"
He also said that this iPhone series will be priced from Rp 17 million to Rp 42 million, the most expensive.
In the 17th iPhone series, there is a name change that has never been present in the Apple smartphone series, where the introduction of the 'Air' or 'Slim' model is present.
The iPhone 17 Air replaces the 'Plus' model that was present in the previous iPhone series.
This name change certainly offers a larger layer size and a thinner design of around 5.5 mm.
The name 'Air' itself is still related to the super thin model in other Apple products such as Macbooks Water.
Of course, this gives an elegant and luxurious impression to the design as well as portability for devices with large layers.
Specification
The iPhone 17 Air has an ultra-thin design with a thickness of 5.6 mm and a weight of 165 grams, making it look more modern.
This smartphone has contoured edges, thinner bezels and Ceramic Shield 2 protection on the front and back which is 3x scratch resistant.
This combination makes it the thinnest and lightest iPhone ever in Apple's iPhone lineup.
In addition, Apple continues to prioritize material quality by using a slim and durable titanium frame.
On the back, it features a design element called the 'Camera Plateau', which is a unique platform that houses the camera system and internal components.
The screen uses a 6.3-inch Super Retina HDR with a full brightness level of up to 3000 nits which is still clearly visible even in direct sunlight.
Supported by ProMotion 120Hz for a smoother social media scrolling experience, watching videos and gaming is even more exciting.
Apple has also increased the layer reflection to 33% lower for more comfortable viewing in any conditions.
In addition, there are features such as Dynamic Island to display notifications and customized action buttons for quick access to various functions.
The iPhone 17 Air is available in four colors: Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, and Sky Blue.
The iPhone 17 Air is equipped with an A19 Chip with a 6-Core CPU and a 5-Core GPU with a Neutral Accelerator so it can handle various heavy activities and run Apple Intelligence features.
This chip delivers up to 40% faster performance and is capable of running AAA games and AI-based applications smoothly. Its GPU is also the latest generation, supporting high-end graphics.
With ProMotion screen support and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, gaming and scrolling activities are more responsive.
This device is also supported by a combination of N1 and C1X modem from Apple so that this iPhone is very efficient in its power usage.
Capacity battery The iPhone 17 Air has a 3036mAh battery that can last all day, even up to 30 hours for video playback on a single charge.
It features a fast charging feature, which means it can be used again quickly after just 10 minutes of charging. Charging the 50% takes only about 20 minutes.
The main camera has a resolution of 48 MP Fusion which produces high photos up to 48 MP or by default 24 MP with detail and sharpness.
The camera also features a built-in 2x telephoto lens. Its Fusion system works like a combination of multiple lenses, producing clear photos in any conditions.
The front camera is equipped with an 18 MP Center Stage sensor that supports automatic features.
This feature also utilizes AI to dynamically adjust the viewing angle and can take landscape and portrait orientation photos without having to rotate the device.
With the latest sensor, the front camera can also zoom and rotate automatically so you can take photos or videos freely.
This feature also makes it easier to take group photos so everyone can be captured in one frame.
For video calls, it is supported by AI technology so that objects can be in the frame.
It can even record 4K 60FPS video in Dolby Vision with the front and rear cameras simultaneously.
The rear camera is supported by a 48 MP Fusion system, there is a main camera with 2x telephoto optics and a 48 MP Ultra Wide camera with 4x higher resolution.
There is a remove object feature to remove distractions in the background of photos.
Equipped with a wireless chip that supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, 5G Network, eSIM for fast connections and Thread which provides high speeds as well as 2x better power efficiency.
For cellular connectivity, this device uses Apple's C1X modem, which supports 5G and eSIM. In terms of memory, the iPhone 17 Air has 8GB of RAM with storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.
The iPhone 17 Air runs the iOS 26 operating system with a highly responsive Liquid Glass UI.
iOS 26 also has upgraded CarPlay, Apple Maps and Apple Games which combines all user games in one place.
It is also equipped with Apple Intelligence, an on-device AI to translate text and voice, understand visual content, and support daily productivity.
In addition, it has been integrated with built-in applications such as FaceTime, Message and Apple Music.
Visual Intelligence and Next-Generation Portraits with Focus Control are also available to improve photo quality and give users more control.
Price
In Indonesia, the iPhone 17 Air is planned to be released on October 17, 2025 with the following prices:
- iPhone 17 Air 256 GB: $999 or Rp. 16.4 million
- iPhone 17 Air 512 GB: $1,199 or Rp. 19.7 million
- iPhone 17 Air 1 TB: $1,399 or Rp. 23 million
Cons:
Below are some of the disadvantages of the iPhone 17 Air that you can consider before buying, including the following:
Battery
Due to its ultra-thin design, which is only around 5.5 mm and its body is very light, the space for the battery is very limited.
The battery capacity is around 3000 mAh which is smaller compared to other flagship models.
For heavy usage such as gaming, video streaming or multitasking, you will need to charge it frequently.
Structural Durability
The material of this iPhone has a material that can wear out such as bending or cracking when dropped or stored in a tight pants pocket.
Even when using premium materials such as titanium or thin aluminum, the space for extra protection such as additional layers or frames is very limited.
Camera Glitch in Super Bright LED Lighting Conditions
The appearance of white squiggles or black boxes in photos indicates software that needs fixing. While not fatal, this can be annoying when shooting at night or indoors.
Lacks Ultra-Wide Camera and Telephoto Lens
For those of you who enjoy wide landscape photos or zoom without wanting to lose detail, the results will be less than satisfactory.
audios
Because the bottom of the body is very thin, it is thought that the stereo speakers located at the bottom and the earpiece speaker are the problem.
There is only one speaker so the audio quality when playing videos or games is less immersive.
Physical SIM Slot
The iPhone 17 Air only uses eSIM because its physical space does not allow for a SIM tray, making it difficult for users who frequently replace physical SIMs.
Connectivity and Modem
Using Apple's own C1X modem, it doesn't support mmWave in the United States and thus lacks cellular network bands in some countries.
This will affect those of you who frequently travel abroad, change citizenship, or live in mmWave or special band signal areas.
Limited Premium Features
Some premium features in the Pro version will not be available in the full Air version, such as optical zoom, stereo speaker quality, and RAM and GPU capacity.
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So, that's the information about the iPhone 17 Air, which you might be able to buy later. So, are you interested in buying one?
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