Apple Compromises Too Much for Extreme Thinness: iPhone 17 Air Front Camera Forced to Relocate

MaticHoleFiller · 2026-03-21T18:13:59+00:00

MacRumors June 27 News: Apple will launch the iPhone 17 Air this year to replace the Plus series, with the device featuring an ultra-thin body with a thickness of only around 5.5mm.It should be noted that this model has made many compromises in pursuit of extreme thinness.According to the latest leaked screen protectors of the iPhone 17 series, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max maintain the same design as previous generations, with the front camera notch positioned on the right. Only the iPhone 17 Air has the opening shifted to the left.It is speculated that Apple adjusted the internal structure for thinness, and was forced to relocate the front camera notch.However, the front camera notch position has little impact on users' daily usage, but the reduced battery capacity compressed by the ultra-thin design will be extremely frustrating for users.According to leaks, the iPhone 17 Air battery capacity is only

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2026-03-21 18:13:59

Fast Technology, June 27 — Apple will release the iPhone 17 Air this year to replace the Plus series. The device features an ultra-thin body, only about 5.5mm thick.

It should be noted that this model makes many compromises to achieve extreme thinness.

According to the latest leaked screen protector images of the iPhone 17 series, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max are consistent with previous generations, with the front camera cutout on the right side. Only the iPhone 17 Air has the cutout shifted to the left.

It is speculated that Apple adjusted the internal structure for a thinner design, inevitably moving the front camera cutout.

However, the position of the front camera cutout has little impact on daily use, but the compressed battery capacity due to the ultra-thin design will be a major pain point for users.

According to leaks, the iPhone 17 Air has a battery capacity of just over 3,000 mAh. With a large screen and high refresh rate, this could significantly affect battery life.

To achieve maximum thinness, Apple has also eliminated the physical SIM card slot. If eSIM support is not available domestically later this year, this model may not be launched in China.

Additionally, the structural strength of the iPhone 17 Air has raised concerns. Previously, the iPhone 6 Plus experienced the “Bendgate,” where the phone could bend and deform easily in a pocket.

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