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iPhone Air. The thinnest iPhone ever. 6.5-inch display,1 durable Ceramic Shield front and back, A19 Pro chip, 48MP Fusion camera system and Center Stage front camera.
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What destinations are included in Home From Home?
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Republic of Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland (Republic of)
- Isle of Man
- Jersey
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Reunion
- Romania
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- St. Martin
- St. Barts
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Vatican City
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Eligible Handsets:
iPhone 17iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
How to claim 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free
Open the Apple Fitness+ app.
Tap Enjoy 3 months Free. You might be asked to enter your Apple ID password, confirm your billing information, or add a valid payment method.
Subscribing to Apple Fitness+ requires an iPhone 8 or later, or Apple Watch Series 3 or later paired with an iPhone 6s or later. Apple Fitness+ is only available in select regions.
New subscribers get three months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy a new eligible Apple iPhone, subject to the terms and conditions.
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Get 3 free months of Apple TV+ when you buy any new Apple iPhone. Stream on the Apple TV app.
Eligible Handsets:
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
How to claim 3 months of Apple TV+
Turn on your new iPhone and sign in with your Apple ID.
Open the Apple TV app. Make sure your eligible device is running the latest version of iOS, iPad OS, tvOS, or macOS.
The offer should appear immediately after you launch the Apple TV app. If not, scroll down in Watch Now until the offer appears.
Tap Enjoy 3 months Free. You might be asked to enter your Apple ID password, confirm your billing information, or add a valid payment method.
New subscribers get three months of Apple News+ free when you buy a new iPhone, subject to the terms and conditions.
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£9.99/month after free trial. One subscription per Family Sharing group. Offer good for 3 months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply. See apple.com/uk/promofor more information.
Get 3 months of free Apple Music when you buy any new Apple iPhone.
Customers can enjoy 3 months of Apple Music for free with a new iPhone. Applies to Apple Music individual tier only. With Apple Music, you can play over 90 million songs and 30,000 playlists ad-free, online or off. Immerse yourself in Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head tracking to hear sound all around. Listen across all your devices.
Eligible Handsets:
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
Eligibility: Customers who activate a new eligible device can redeem this offer. Only new Apple Music are eligible. Existing Apple Music and Apple One subscribers are not eligible.
How to redeem: Customers should turn on their new device and make sure it is running the latest OS version. Customers can then launch the Apple Music app and sign in with their Apple ID. If eligible, they will be presented with the 3-month offer or they can go to the Home tab to redeem the Apple Music special offer on their iPhone, iPad or Mac. Eligible customers could also receive notifications to redeem through Apple communications.
Please note: Eligible customers have 93 days after first pairing or activating their devices to redeem the offer for 3 free months of Apple Music.
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Buy any new iPhone and get 3 months of Apple Arcade free
Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games, including Arcade Originals, App Store Greats, and Timeless Classics, with no ads and no in-app purchases. Up to six people can play across their Apple devices.¹ Try it free on the App Store.²
Eligible Handsets:
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
Offer ends 90 days after your device activation
*£6.99/month after free trial. Only one offer per Apple ID and only one offer per family if you’re part of a Family Sharing group, regardless of the number of devices you or your family purchase. Offer good for 3 months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.
¹Requires iCloud Family Sharing. See apple.com/family-sharing for more information.
²New subscribers only. £6.99/month after trial. The plan automatically renews after the trial until cancelled. Terms apply.
Get 3 months of Apple News+ free when you buy any new Apple iPhone
Get 3 months of AppleNews+ when you purchase any Apple device. Claim your 3 months free Apple News+ subscription in the Apple News app.
Eligible Handsets:
iPhone 17iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
Offer must be claimed in the Apple News app within 3 months after first activating your Eligible Device. To see the offer appear, you will need to sign in with your Apple ID on your Eligible Device.
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How to claim 3 months of Apple News+:
- Open the News app.
- Touch, tap News+ at the bottom of the screen.
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What's in the Box
iPhone Air smartphone, USB-C to USB-C charging cable and a quick start guide. As part of Apple’s efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 the iPhone Air will not come with a power adapter or EarPods. Apple encourages you to use any compatible USB‑C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, please purchase these accessories separately.
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Super thin. Strikingly light. Shockingly strong.
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18MP Center Stage front camera.
Smarter group selfies.
And so much more.
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48MP Fusion Main camera.
Two advanced cameras in one.
Super‑high resolution by default.
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All‑day battery life.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
17 more hours
video playback with
MagSafe Battery accessory◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
20 more hours
video playback with
MagSafe Battery accessory◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
17 more hours
video playback with
MagSafe Battery accessory◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
20 more hours
video playback with
MagSafe Battery accessory◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Up to
5 more hours
video playback
Up to
18 more hours
video playback with
MagSafe Battery accessory◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Up to
8 more hours
video playback
Up to
21 more hours
video playback with
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A19 Pro chip and C1X modem.
A19 Pro chip and C1X modem.
Up to
40% faster
CPU than iPhone 14 Pro
Up to
70% faster
GPU than iPhone 14 Pro
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iOS and Apple Intelligence.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
New look. Smarter features.iOS and Apple Intelligence.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
New look. Smarter features.iOS and Apple Intelligence.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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Pair with the Crossbody Strap to wear your iPhone Air.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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eSIM.
Flexible. Secure. Seamless.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.Storage options
from 256GB to 1TB.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Worth the upgrade?
Absolutely.
A few ways iPhone Air gives you more.
Select an iPhone to compare to iPhone Air:
A few ways iPhone Air gives you more.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
30%
fasterGPU performance
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Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
4 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
3x more scratch resistant◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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18MP Center Stage front camera
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48MP Fusion Main camera. Two advanced cameras in one.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
80%
fasterGPU performance
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Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
7 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
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18MP Center Stage front camera
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6.5” pro display with ProMotion up to 120Hz◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
70%
fasterGPU performance
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Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
4 more hours
video playback
Up to
4 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
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18MP Center Stage front camera
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48MP Fusion Main camera. Two advanced cameras in one.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
90%
fasterGPU performance
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Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
7 more hours
video playback
Up to
7 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
3x more scratch resistant◊ Refer to legal disclaimers. -
18MP Center Stage front camera
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6.5” pro display with ProMotion up to 120Hz◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
90%
fasterGPU performance
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Up to
5 more hours
video playback
Up to
5 more hours
video playback
Up to
5 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
3x more scratch resistant◊ Refer to legal disclaimers. -
18MP Center Stage front camera
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48MP Fusion Main camera. Two advanced cameras in one.
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Thinnest iPhone in a strong titanium design
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Up to
2.2x faster
GPU performance
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Up to
8 more hours
video playback
Up to
8 more hours
video playback
Up to
8 more hours
video playback
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Ceramic Shield 2
3x more scratch resistant◊ Refer to legal disclaimers. -
18MP Center Stage front camera
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6.5” pro display with ProMotion up to 120Hz◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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Quick Look
6.9”
Super Retina XDR display◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
ProMotion technology
Always-On display
Dynamic Island
6.3”
Super Retina XDR display◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
ProMotion technology
Always-On display
Dynamic Island
6.5”
Super Retina XDR display◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
ProMotion technology
Always-On display
Dynamic Island
6.3”
Super Retina XDR display◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
ProMotion technology
Always-On display
Dynamic Island
6.1”
Super Retina XDR display◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
ProMotion technology not applicable
Always-On display not applicable
Dynamic Island not applicable
Design
Aluminium unibody design with Ceramic Shield back
Ceramic Shield 2 front, 3x better scratch resistance
Aluminium unibody design with Ceramic Shield back
Ceramic Shield 2 front, 3x better scratch resistance
Titanium frame with Ceramic Shield back
Ceramic Shield 2 front, 3x better scratch resistance
Aluminium frame
Ceramic Shield 2 front, 3x better scratch resistance
Aluminium frame
Ceramic Shield front
Chip
A19 Pro chip
6‑core GPU
A19 Pro chip
6‑core GPU
A19 Pro chip
5‑core GPU
A19 chip
5‑core GPU
A18 chip
4‑core GPU
Battery
Up to 37 hours video playback◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Up to 31 hours video playback◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Up to 27 hours video playback◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Up to 30 hours video playback◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Up to 26 hours video playback◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Front Camera
18MP Center Stage front camera
Tap to zoom and rotate
Centre Stage for photos and video calls
Ultra-stabilised video
Dual Capture
18MP Center Stage front camera
Tap to zoom and rotate
Centre Stage for photos and video calls
Ultra-stabilised video
Dual Capture
18MP Center Stage front camera
Tap to zoom and rotate
Centre Stage for photos and video calls
Ultra-stabilised video
Dual Capture
18MP Center Stage front camera
Tap to zoom and rotate
Centre Stage for photos and video calls
Ultra-stabilised video
Dual Capture
12MP TrueDepth camera
Tap to zoom
Centre Stage for photos and video calls not applicable
Ultra-stabilised video not applicable
Dual Capture not applicable
Cameras
48MP Pro Fusion camera system
48MP Fusion Main
48MP Fusion Ultra Wide
48MP Fusion Telephoto
Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control
Macro photography
Dolby Vision up to 4K
at 120 fps
at 120 fps
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
48MP Pro Fusion camera system
48MP Fusion Main
48MP Fusion Ultra Wide
48MP Fusion Telephoto
Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control
Macro photography
Dolby Vision up to 4K
at 120 fps
at 120 fps
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
48MP Fusion camera system
48MP Fusion Main
48MP Fusion
Ultra Wide not applicable
Ultra Wide not applicable
48MP Fusion Telephoto not applicable
Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control
Macro photography not applicable
Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
48MP Dual Fusion camera system
48MP Fusion Main
48MP Fusion Ultra Wide
48MP Fusion Telephoto not applicable
Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control
Macro photography
Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
2‑in‑1 camera system
48MP Fusion Main
48MP Fusion
Ultra Wide not applicable
Ultra Wide not applicable
48MP Fusion Telephoto not applicable
Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
Portrait mode with Depth Control
Macro photography not applicable
Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
Photographic Styles
Optical Zoom
Optical zoom options
Optical zoom options
Optical zoom options
Optical zoom options
Optical zoom options
Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Apple Intelligence◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Apple Intelligence◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Apple Intelligence◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Apple Intelligence◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Peace of Mind
Emergency SOS
Emergency SOS via satellite◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Crash Detection◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Roadside Assistance via satellite◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Emergency SOS
Emergency SOS via satellite◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Crash Detection◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Roadside Assistance via satellite◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Emergency SOS
Emergency SOS via satellite◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Crash Detection◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Roadside Assistance via satellite◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Emergency SOS
Emergency SOS via satellite◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Crash Detection◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Roadside Assistance via satellite◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Emergency SOS
Emergency SOS via satellite◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Crash Detection◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Roadside Assistance via satellite◊ Refer to legal disclaimers
Connectivity
USB‑C
Supports USB 3
USB‑C
Supports USB 3
USB‑C
Supports USB 2
USB‑C
Supports USB 2
USB‑C
Supports USB 2
Mobile Data
Superfast 5G cellular◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Superfast 5G cellular◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Superfast 5G cellular◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Superfast 5G cellular◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Superfast 5G cellular◊Refer to legal disclaimers
Designed to make a difference.
Privacy. That’s iPhone.
From the Passwords app to Private Browsing on Safari to the Health app, iPhone helps keep you in control of what you share.
More recycled materials? Naturally.
Apple is significantly expanding the use of key recycled metals in iPhone batteries, magnets and circuit boards. And iPhone packaging is 100 per cent fibre-based, with no plastic wrapping in or around the box.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Easy to upgrade. Simple to switch.
Upgrading from another iPhone?
Just put your old iPhone next to your new one, and with a few taps you can transfer your data automatically.
Switching from an Android phone?
When you buy a new iPhone, the Move to iOS app makes it easy to transfer your photos, contacts and more.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Even more to love.
iPhone accessories
Perfect pairings.
Explore colourful cases, adapters, charging essentials, the Crossbody Strap and more.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Buy an iPhone and get 3 months of Apple TV+ free.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
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Stream hundreds of exclusive Apple Originals and enjoy new releases weekly with no ads.
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Watch on your favourite Apple devices, streaming platforms, smart TVs and more.
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Six people can share a single Apple TV+ subscription.◊ Refer to legal disclaimers.
Expert support, enhanced coverage.
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Apple-certified service
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24/7 priority access to technical support
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Accidental damage protection
Apple iPhone Air Features:
- SUPER THIN. STRINKINGLY LIGHT. SHOCKINGLY STRONG. — The thinnest iPhone ever, with the power of a pro chip inside. At 5.6mm, iPhone Air is so impossibly thin and light that it nearly disappears in your hand.
- MORE DURABLE THAN ANY PREVIOUS iPHONE — Ultralight titanium frame. Ceramic Shield protects the back of iPhone Air, making it 4x more resistant to cracks.2 And the new Ceramic Shield 2 on the front has 3x better scratch resistance.3
- TWO ADVANCED CAMERAS IN ONE — 48MP Fusion camera system with 2x optical-quality zoom. Effortlessly frame the perfect shot from right where you are.
- 18MP CENTER STAGE FRONT CAMERA — Flexible ways to frame your shot. Smarter group selfies, Dual Capture video for simultaneous front and rear recording, and more.
- A19 PRO CHIP. HYPERSPEED. HYPER-EFFICIENT. — A19 Pro is the most efficient iPhone chip yet. Gives you pro performance in a breakthrough thin and light design.
- ALL-DAY BATTERY LIFE — All-day battery life with up to 27 hours of video playback.4
- iOS 26. NEW LOOK. EVEN MORE MAGIC. — A fresh design with Liquid Glass. Beautiful, delightful and instantly familiar. With a more vibrant Lock Screen, customisable backgrounds and polls in Messages, Call Screening and more.5
- BUILT FOR APPLE INTELLIGENCE — Personal, private, powerful. Write, express yourself and get things done effortlessly.6
- SATELLITE FEATURES — If you don’t have mobile service or Wi-Fi, you can use Emergency SOS via satellite.7 In a serious car crash, iPhone can connect to emergency services when you can’t.8
- STRONGER CONNECTIVITY. SUPERFAST SPEEDS. — Stay connected at faster speeds with secure connections to Wi-Fi 7,9 5G networks10 and Bluetooth 6, plus eSIM.11
- eSIM, FLEXIBLE. SECURE. SEAMLESS.—With eSIM, you enjoy greater flexibility, enhanced convenience, increased security and seamless connectivity, especially when travelling internationally.11
- PRIVACY — A whole new level of privacy and security. Built in.
Legal bits
1The display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.27 inches (iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro), 6.55 inches (iPhone Air) or 6.86 inches (iPhone 17 Pro Max) diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.2Compared with the glass back of previous-generation iPhone.3Compared with previous-generation iPhone.4All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information.5Some features may not be available in all countries or all areas.6Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For feature and language availability and system requirements, see support.apple.com/121115.7Satellite features are included for free for two years with the activation of any iPhone 14 or later model. Connection and response times vary based on location, site conditions and other factors. Some satellite features require a mobile plan. Satellite connectivity is provided by Globalstar and its affiliates. See support.apple.com/en-gb/HT213885 for more information.8iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air can detect a serious car crash and call for help. Requires a mobile data connection or Wi-Fi calling.9Wi Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported.10Data plan required. 5G is available in selected markets and through selected network providers. For details on 5G support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular.
11Use of eSIM requires a wireless service plan (which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after contract expires). Not all network providers support eSIM. Use of eSIM in iPhone may be disabled when purchased from some providers. See your provider for details. To learn more, visit apple.com/uk/esim.
Battery
Battery type Lithium-ion
Fast charge Up to 50% in 30 minutes using a 20W or higher adapter with a USB-C cable, or a 30W or higher adapter with a MagSafe Charger
Power saving Low Power Mode
Removable battery No
Video playback time Up to 27 hours
Up to 22 hours (streamed)
Up to 22 hours (streamed)
Wireless charging Yes - MagSafe and Qi2
Body
Depth (mm) 5.64
Dust resistant Yes - IP68
Height (mm) 156.2
SIM type Dual eSIM
Water resistant Yes - IP68 (maximum depth of 6 metres up to 30 minutes)
Weight (g) 165
Width (mm) 74.7
Connectivity
Bluetooth Yes - 6
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes - with reader mode
Personal hotspot Yes
USB cable Yes
USB type Type-C
Wi-Fi (WLAN) Yes - 7
Processor
CPU speed A19 Pro chip
6‑core CPU with two performance and four efficiency cores
16-core Neural Engine
6‑core CPU with two performance and four efficiency cores
16-core Neural Engine
GPU 5‑core with Neural Accelerators
Display
Brightness Typical: 1000 nits
HDR peak: 1600 nits
Outdoor peak: 3000 nits
Minimum: 1 nit
HDR peak: 1600 nits
Outdoor peak: 3000 nits
Minimum: 1 nit
Contrast ratio 2,000,000:1
Dynamic Island Yes
Multi-touch Yes
Pixels 460ppi
ProMotion Technology Yes
Refresh rate Up to 120Hz
Resolution 2736x1260
Screen type Super Retina XDR OLED
Front: Ceramic Shield 2
Back: Ceramic Shield
Front: Ceramic Shield 2
Back: Ceramic Shield
Size (inches) 6.5
Touch screen Yes
Messaging
Email Yes
IM Yes
Multimedia messages Yes
Text messages Yes
Network
4G Yes
5G Yes
VoLTE (4G calling in UK) Yes
Wi-Fi and 4G Calling (VoLTE) Yes
Platform
Generic software version iOS 26
Operating system Apple iOS
Sensors
Accelerometer Yes - High-g
Ambient light sensor Yes - Dual
Barometer Yes
Digital compass Yes
Gyroscope Yes - High dynamic range
Magnetometer Yes
Proximity sensor Yes
Memory
Card slot No
Device memory 256GB/512GB/1TB
Camera
HD video recording Yes - up to 4K
Number of cameras 2
Primary camera Rear-facing 48MP Fusion system
Secondary camera Front-facing 18MP Center Stage
Front camera
Additional features Dual Capture
Ultra-stabilised video
Photonic Engine
Deep Fusion
Smart HDR 5
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
Ultra-stabilised video
Photonic Engine
Deep Fusion
Smart HDR 5
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
Aperture f/1.9
HD video recording 4K Dolby Vision up to 60fps
Slo-mo 1080p at 120fps
QuickTake video at 60fps in 4K Dolby Vision
Cinematic video stabilisation in 4K, 1080p and 720p
Slo-mo 1080p at 120fps
QuickTake video at 60fps in 4K Dolby Vision
Cinematic video stabilisation in 4K, 1080p and 720p
Number of cameras 1
Resolution (max MP) 18
Selfie modes Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control
Animoji and Memoji
Night mode
Animoji and Memoji
Night mode
Rear camera
Additional features Portrait Lighting with six effects
Sensor-shift optical image stabilisation
Smart HDR 5
Night mode
Photonic Engine
Deep Fusion
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
Sensor-shift optical image stabilisation
Smart HDR 5
Night mode
Photonic Engine
Deep Fusion
Latest-generation Photographic Styles
Aperture f/1.6
Flash True Tone
HD video recording 4K Dolby Vision up to 60fps
Dual Capture up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30fps
Action mode up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60fps
Slo‑mo up to 1080p at 240fps
QuickTake video at 60fps in 4K Dolby Vision
Dual Capture up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30fps
Action mode up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60fps
Slo‑mo up to 1080p at 240fps
QuickTake video at 60fps in 4K Dolby Vision
Number of cameras 1
Resolution (max MP) 48
Type Fusion
Zoom 1x, 2x optical zoom options
Up to 10x digital zoom
Up to 10x digital zoom
Features
3.5mm headphone jack No
A-GPS Yes
Action button Yes
Always On Yes
Apple Intelligence Yes
Apple Pay Yes
Built-in microphone Yes
Camera control button Yes
Document viewer Yes
eSIM compatibility Yes
FM radio No
GPS Yes
Hearing aid compatible Yes
Loudspeaker Yes
Music player Yes
Safety feature Emergency SOS via satellite
Crash Detection
Roadside Assistance via satellite
Crash Detection
Roadside Assistance via satellite
Video calling Yes - FaceTime
Video player Yes
Voice recording Yes
Web browser Yes
Security
Facial recognition Yes - Face ID
Fingerprint sensor No
Accessibility
Accessibility features Voice control
VoiceOver
Zoom
Magnifier
RTT and Textphone support
Eye Tracking
Vocal Shortcuts
Type to Siri
Switch Control
Closed Captions
Personal Voice
Live Speech
AssistiveTouch
Spoken Content
VoiceOver
Zoom
Magnifier
RTT and Textphone support
Eye Tracking
Vocal Shortcuts
Type to Siri
Switch Control
Closed Captions
Personal Voice
Live Speech
AssistiveTouch
Spoken Content
Warranty
Device warranty 12 months
Key Information
eSIM Active: Up to 2
Stores: Up to 8
Stores: Up to 8
Virtual assistant
Siri Yes - Powered by Apple Intelligence
No EU Roaming fees
Take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home.
Super speeds, clear connection
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Trade in your old phone or tablet and get money or a Tesco voucher in exchange. Instead of your device ending up in landfill, you’ll be putting it to good use.
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We’ve teamed up with Internet Matters to help families talk about online safety. With expert tips, conversation starters and age-specific advice, it’s easier than ever to keep your kids safe online.
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When did the iPhone Air launch?
The iPhone Air was available for pre-order from 12th September 2025, and was available to buy from 19th September 2025.What kind of display does the base model iPhone Air have, and is it 120Hz?
The iPhone Air features a 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion technology, offering an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz. It also supports HDR, Always-On display, and up to 3,000 nits peak brightness.Does the iPhone Air have good battery life, and can it be extended?
Yes, the iPhone Air has an impressive battery life despite it's ultra thin design, offering up to 26 hours of video playback and 12 hours of web browsing. iPhone Air battery life can be extended by using 'Adaptive Power Mode' and 'Low Power Mode'. Apple also offers a dedicated MagSafe Battery Pack for the iPhone Air. It boosts video playback from 27 to 40 hours and adds 65% more charge. It’s designed exclusively for the Air.How many cameras does the iPhone Air have, and is the camera quality good?
The iPhone Air has a 48MP Fusion rear camera with 2x optical zoom and a 18MP Center Stage front camera. It supports 4K Dolby Vision video and advanced AI features, offering high quality imaging despite having just one rear lens.Does the iPhone Air have a single speaker or stereo speakers?
The iPhone Air has only a single speaker, located in the earpiece. It does not offer stereo sound; for stereo audio, you’ll need AirPods or external speakers.What is included in the box with the iPhone Air?
iPhone Air smartphone, USB-C to USB-C charging cable and a quick start guide. As part of Apple’s efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 the iPhone Air will not come with a power adapter or EarPods. Apple encourages you to use any compatible USB‑C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, please purchase these accessories separately.How is the iPhone Air different from the iPhone 17, and how do their batteries compare?
The iPhone Air is thinner (5.6mm vs 7.9mm), has a larger 6.5" display, and uses the more powerful A19 Pro chip. It features a single 48MP rear camera, while the iPhone 17 has dual cameras. The Air also supports Dual Capture and is eSIM-only. The iPhone Air has a 3,149mAh battery, which is smaller than other iPhone 17 models due to its ultra-thin design. Apple compensates with efficient chipsets and software optimizations to maintain all day battery life.What specs does the iPhone Air have?
The iPhone Air features a 6.5" Super Retina XDR display, A19 Pro chip, 48MP rear camera, 18MP front camera, and up to 1TB storage. It supports Dual Capture, has Ceramic Shield 2 front and back, and runs on iOS 26 with Apple Intelligence AI.How thin and light is the iPhone Air compared to other iPhones?
At just 5.6mm thick and weighing 165g, the iPhone Air is Apple’s thinnest and lightest iPhone ever. It’s significantly slimmer than the iPhone 17 Pro Max (8.3mm) and lighter than most recent models, thanks to its titanium frame.How big is the iPhone Air’s battery?
The iPhone Air has a 3,149 mAh battery, offering up to 26 hours of video playback.
Does the iPhone Air support Dual Capture?
Yes, the iPhone Air supports Dual Capture, allowing simultaneous recording from both front and rear cameras. This feature is ideal for vloggers and live-streamers and is built into the native Camera app.Does the iPhone Air support eSIM?
Yes, the iPhone Air is eSIM-only worldwide, meaning it does not have a physical SIM card slot. This helps save internal space and contributes to its ultra-thin design.What chip does the iPhone Air have?
The iPhone Air is powered by the A19 Pro chip, Apple’s most advanced processor. It offers improved performance, energy efficiency, and supports AI features like Apple Intelligence.Does the iPhone Air have AI?
Yes, the iPhone Air supports Apple Intelligence, Apple’s new AI system integrated into iOS 26. It enhances tasks like image creation, translation, and smart camera framing.