iPhone Air Technical Specifications:

Display:

6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution: ~2736 × 1260, ~460 ppi
ProMotion with adaptive refresh rate up to 120 Hz
Always-On display
Peak brightness ~3000 nits, HDR support
1-nit minimum brightness
Protected by Ceramic Shield 2

Performance:

Chip: A19 Pro
CPU: 6 cores (2 performance + 4 efficiency)
GPU: 5 cores (one fewer than in “full” Pro models)
Neural Engine: 16 cores
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Modem: Apple C1X
Networking: includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread (via N1 chip)

Camera:

Rear: Single 48 MP wide (ƒ/1.6, 26 mm equivalent) — no ultra-wide, so no macro mode
Front: 18 MP Center Stage camera (ƒ/1.9)

Battery and Charging:

Battery: ~ 12.263 Wh (~3,149 mAh)
Charging: USB-C plus MagSafe & Qi wireless charging
Fast charging: 50% in ~30 minutes (with a sufficiently powerful adapter)
Note: due to the thin design, battery life is expected to be lower than in non-Air models

Other Features:

Very thin body: ~5.64 mm thickness
Titanium frame, polished design
Weight: ~165 g
Only eSIM (no physical SIM tray)
Storage options: 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB
Colours: Sky Blue, Light Gold, Cloud White, Space Black
IP68 water/dust resistance
Standard features: Action Button, Camera Control, Emergency SOS, Crash Detection, etc.
USB-C is limited (USB 2.0 speeds)
No ultra-wide lens, so fewer camera capabilities vs Pro models

The iPhone Air launched in September 2025, alongside the iPhone 17 range. Apple introduced the iPhone Air as the replacement for the Plus model, offering a larger display in a slimmer, lighter design.

The price of an iPhone Air in the UK depends on storage size and whether you buy new or refurbished. Choosing a refurbished iPhone Air is a popular way to get the same premium device for less - it’s a great way to get a cheap iPhone Air!

The iPhone Air sits above the iPhone 16 range, offering a larger display and slimmer design, while the iPhone 16 focuses on more camera power. Performance and features also differ, with newer hardware inside the iPhone Air.

A refurbished iPhone Air can be hundreds of pounds cheaper than buying new, depending on condition and storage. If you’re looking to buy refurbished iPhone Air models, refurbished offers the best balance of price and performance. 

Not sure on the iPhone Air? We sell plenty of other refurbished iPhone models, including: 

A refurbished iPhone Air from musicMagpie is professionally tested, cleaned, expertly repaired if needed, and quality-checked before sale. A second-hand phone is usually sold as-is by a private seller, with no testing or warranty.

Yes! When you buy a refurbished iPhone Air from musicMagpie, every device is tested to ensure reliable performance, smooth everyday use, and full functionality.

Yes, all our refurbished phones come with a free 12-month warranty covering technical faults and improper workmanship, so your refurbished iPhone Air is covered if something goes wrong.

Yes. Every refurbished iPhone Air sold by musicMagpie is fully unlocked, meaning you can use it with any UK network straight away. While we do have some refurbished phones that are locked to specific carriers, this will be outlined in the product description.

Second-hand phones may have hidden faults, poor battery life, no warranty, or activation locks. Choosing refurbished avoids these risks while still giving you a cheap iPhone Air alternative!

The cheapest and safest way is to buy refurbished iPhone Air models. You’ll save money compared to new prices while still getting tested quality and warranty protection. Ready to switch to refurbished? Check out our range of refurbished phones today!

Yes, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee, so if your refurbished iPhone Air isn’t right for you, you can return it easily.

Not every refurbished device we sell needs new parts, but for those that do, our expert technicians fit verified and quality-assured replacements to ensure our devices work just as good as new. Plus, every device is thoroughly tested before it leaves us and comes with a 12-month warranty covering technical defects and faults caused by improper workmanship or materials, so you can rest assured that you're getting a perfectly working device.

The iPhone Air runs iOS 26 and supports the latest compatible version available for the device, with regular updates from Apple.

Yes. The iPhone Air includes Apple Intelligence with features such as clean up for your photos, voice assistance, and AI summaries for texts, emails and notifications.

The iPhone Air is designed to last a full day with typical use such as streaming, messaging, browsing and calls, offering up to 27 hours of video playback.

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