Should I buy the iPhone Air now?
Wait
Not yet. A newer iPhone Air is likely soon. Its price went up in September, and a second-generation Air is expected in spring 2027.
Last reviewed Oct 13, 2026
iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone Apple makes, but its price went up in September 2026 and a second-generation Air is expected in spring 2027. Unless you need a phone now, waiting a few months gets you the newer model.
When did the iPhone Air come out?
It was released in September 2025.
Is a new iPhone Air coming soon?
Price raised in September 2026. Successor rumored for spring 2027.
Who is the iPhone Air best for?
People who value a thin, light phone above battery life and camera.
What should I buy instead of the iPhone Air?
Consider the iPhone 17. Still a great phone, but its price rose to $899 in September and iPhone 18 is expected in spring 2027.