Apple reportedly postpones next iPhone Air after weak sales of the current model

Apple’s ambitious attempt to reinvent the iPhone lineup with the ultra-thin iPhone Air appears to have fallen flat. According to a new report from The Information, disappointing sales have led the company to delay the launch of its next-generation model, which was originally expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in late 2026.

The iPhone Air, introduced as Apple’s lightest and thinnest flagship at just 5.6mm, failed to resonate with buyers despite its striking design. Supply chain sources say production has slowed significantly in recent months, with major assemblers like Foxconn and Luxshare scaling back or halting output entirely.

Priced at $999, the iPhone Air was meant to offer a design-driven alternative to the standard and Pro models. But the trade-offs needed to achieve its slim profile — including a smaller battery and a single rear camera, left it feeling underpowered compared to the similarly priced iPhone 17 Pro.

Apple’s struggle to find a successful fourth model continues. The company has previously tried to diversify its lineup with the compact iPhone mini and the larger iPhone Plus, both of which underperformed. The iPhone Air was expected to revive interest through its minimalist design, but consumers appear to have favored practicality over thinness.

While Apple is reportedly developing a second-generation version with improved cooling, reduced weight, and a larger battery, its release timeline remains uncertain. The company may now push the new iPhone Air to 2027, potentially launching it alongside the standard iPhone 18 models instead of the Pro lineup.

For now, the iPhone Air stands as Apple’s latest reminder that aesthetics alone can’t guarantee success in a market driven by performance, value, and endurance.