Apple iPhone 18 Air
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Processor Apple A20
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Display 6.55 inches
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Battery 3350 mAh Li-Ion (high-density silicon-anode), non-removable
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Camera 48 MP
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Apple iPhone 18 Air: At a Glance
Apple iPhone 18 Air has a 6.55-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display, the Apple A20 chipset, a 48 MP main camera and a 3350 mAh battery.
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Specs
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
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| 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66 |
| 5G Network | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G (Apple C2 5G modem) |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2026, Late / Early 2027 Rollout |
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| Status | Coming Soon. Expected Spring 2027 |
BODY
| Dimensions | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm (6.15 x 2.94 x 0.22 in) |
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| Weight | 165 g (5.82 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), frosted glass back (Ceramic Shield 2), Grade 5 titanium/aluminum hybrid frame |
| SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Dual eSIM (worldwide) |
| Water Resistant | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min) |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.55 inches, 104.2 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2740 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Ceramic Shield 2 glass, anti-reflective coating |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | iOS 20 |
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| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A20 (2 nm) |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa-core (2x High-Performance + 4x High-Efficiency cores) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (5-core graphics, hardware-accelerated ray tracing) |
MEMORY
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM (NVMe) |
MAIN CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.5", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, 2x optical-quality telephoto crop |
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| Camera Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 6, Camera Control button, Portrait mode with Focus and Depth Control |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 24 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF, SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor) |
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| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, Center Stage |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | Yes |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | Not specified |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.0, DisplayPort |
Features
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB 2nd gen), Emergency SOS via satellite |
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BATTERY
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (high-density silicon-anode), non-removable |
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| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 3350 mAh |
| Placement | Not specified |
| Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. | 35W wired, PD2.0 (55% in 20 min); 25W wireless (MagSafe / Qi2) |
MISC
| Colors | Starlight Titanium, Space Black, Sky Blue, Champagne Gold |
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| Model | A3496, iPhone19,4 |
| SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.18 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 0.97 W/kg (head), 0.99 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $999.00 / €1,149.00 / £999.00 |
TESTS
| Performance | Geekbench 6 (est.): Single 3,920 / Multi 9,950 | AnTuTu v10: 2,280,000+ |
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| Display | 3000 nits peak outdoor brightness (specification target) |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
| Battery (new) | Active use score target: 13:45h |
Reasons to Buy (Pros)
- Featherweight 165g and ultra-thin 5.6mm Grade 5 Titanium chassis
- Expansive 6.55-inch 120Hz LTPO ProMotion Super Retina XDR OLED display with 3,000 nits peak brightness
- Powered by the 2nm Apple A20 chip with 12GB RAM and Apple's power-efficient C2 5G modem
- Ceramic Shield 2 front and rear protection with IP68 water resistance
Reasons to Avoid (Cons)
- Single 48MP rear Fusion camera omits dedicated ultrawide and periscope telephoto lenses
- Ultra-thin 5.6mm profile restricts physical battery capacity compared to thicker Pro models
- Premium $999 price prioritizes industrial design over multi-camera versatility
The Apple iPhone 18 Air is a Apple smartphone that pairs a 6.55 inches, 104.2 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) (LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)) display with the Apple A20 (2 nm) processor. Announced in 2026, Late / Early 2027 Rollout (Coming Soon. Expected Spring 2027), the device is positioned for buyers looking for a competitive option around 999.
Design and Display
On the outside, the Apple iPhone 18 Air measures 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm (6.15 x 2.94 x 0.22 in) and weighs 165 g (5.82 oz), featuring a Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), frosted glass back (Ceramic Shield 2), Grade 5 titanium/aluminum hybrid frame construction. The front is built around a 6.55 inches, 104.2 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) panel with a resolution of 1260 x 2740 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density), giving users sharp text rendering and smooth scrolling for everyday browsing and media playback.
Performance, Software, and Memory
Powering the Apple iPhone 18 Air is the Apple A20 (2 nm) SoC (Hexa-core (2x High-Performance + 4x High-Efficiency cores)) paired with the Apple GPU (5-core graphics, hardware-accelerated ray tracing) GPU. Memory configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM (NVMe) (Card slot: No). Out of the box, the phone runs iOS 20.
Camera Configuration
For photography, the rear camera setup consists of: 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.5", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, 2x optical-quality telephoto crop. Video capture on the main system supports 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.. On the front, selfie duties and video calls are handled by a 24 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF, SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor) camera.
Battery Life, Charging, and Connectivity
Battery capacity is rated at 3350 mAh (Li-Ion (high-density silicon-anode), non-removable), with charging support rated at 35W wired, PD2.0 (55% in 20 min); 25W wireless (MagSafe / Qi2). Connectivity options include Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot) and USB Type-C 3.0, DisplayPort.
Apple iPhone 18 Air — Frequently Asked Questions
What processor and storage options does the Apple iPhone 18 Air have?
The Apple iPhone 18 Air is powered by the Apple A20 (2 nm) chipset with an Hexa-core (2x High-Performance + 4x High-Efficiency cores) CPU and Apple GPU (5-core graphics, hardware-accelerated ray tracing) GPU. Memory and storage configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM (NVMe).
What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the Apple iPhone 18 Air?
The Apple iPhone 18 Air comes with a 3350 mAh battery (Li-Ion (high-density silicon-anode), non-removable) and supports 35W wired, PD2.0 (55% in 20 min); 25W wireless (MagSafe / Qi2).
How good is the Apple iPhone 18 Air camera setup?
On the rear, the Apple iPhone 18 Air features 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.5", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, 2x optical-quality telephoto crop. It supports video recording at 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.. For selfies, it includes a 24 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF, SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor) front camera.
Does the Apple iPhone 18 Air support 5G, NFC, and a headphone jack?
Yes, the Apple iPhone 18 Air supports 5G networks (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6). NFC support: Yes. 3.5mm headphone jack: No.
What is the price and release status of the Apple iPhone 18 Air?
The estimated retail price of the Apple iPhone 18 Air is around $999. Market status: Coming Soon. Expected Spring 2027. Available colorways include Starlight Titanium, Space Black, Sky Blue, Champagne Gold.
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