Apple is reportedly working on a redesign of the iPhone Air that could introduce a second rear camera lens, as part of efforts to make the device more appealing to consumers. The move follows weaker-than-expected demand for the first-generation iPhone Air, according to The Information.
iPhone Air 2: Redesign Focus
Two people familiar with the matter said Apple engineers are evaluating a dual-camera setup for the next-generation iPhone Air. The change aims to address one of the model’s main criticisms — the lack of a second camera — while retaining its ultrathin and lightweight design.
Reviewers had praised the original iPhone Air for its slim build but noted compromises in features, particularly in imaging performance. Adding another lens could improve photo versatility and better align the Air with Apple’s other iPhone models.
Production and Launch Timeline
Apple has scaled back production of the current iPhone Air and delayed the next version, which was originally planned for fall 2026. Some engineers are now targeting a spring 2027 launch for the redesigned model, though the schedule remains uncertain.
The iPhone Air line has not been discontinued, and Apple continues to work with suppliers on prototype revisions. The redesign reflects Apple’s broader goal of balancing thinness with functionality, and if development stays on track, the new iPhone Air could debut alongside the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e in 2027.