Jun 20, Kathmandu - Apple is preparing to launch the second-generation iPhone Air in March 2027, addressing the shortcomings of the first iPhone Air.

The first iPhone Air was well-received for its sleek and ultra-slim design. Without the camera bump, it was just 5.6mm thin and weighed just 165 grams, making it the thinnest iPhone in history.

However, Apple had to make many compromises to achieve this slim look. It only had one rear camera, which didn't offer the same versatile photography as the Pro models. Furthermore, it had a single mono speaker instead of stereo, and its battery life was shorter than all other iPhone models. These limitations led to significant customer complaints.

According to a recent Bloomberg report, Apple is now conducting advanced tests to address these major customer complaints. The second-generation iPhone Air prototype, codenamed V-62, now has two rear cameras instead of one. This new setup will include a second lens for ultra-wide-angle photography. The biggest customer complaint was the single-camera setup, which the company is fully addressing this time.

Along with the camera, Apple is also working on new ways to improve its battery life. However, fitting a large battery inside such a thin chassis is quite a challenge. So the company believes that it can increase battery life by increasing the efficiency of its hardware and software. In addition, this new iPhone Air will have a powerful A20 Pro processor, which will significantly increase the performance of future iPhones.

According to the new schedule, the company will only launch its most premium and expensive models, such as the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and its first foldable iPhone, at the end of the year. Exactly six months later, around March 2027, the company will launch the standard iPhone 18 and this completely new upgraded second-generation iPhone Air.