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Apple\u2019s latest experiment with form over function isn\u2019t paying off. The newly launched iPhone Air<\/strong>, touted as the company\u2019s slimmest iPhone ever, is reportedly struggling to connect with buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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According to renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo<\/strong>, demand has fallen well below expectations<\/a>, forcing the company\u2019s suppliers to slash production capacity by over 80%<\/strong> by early 2026. Some specialized parts may even cease production by late 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Promising Design That Failed to Deliver<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Launched last month alongside the iPhone 17 lineup, the iPhone Air<\/strong> was marketed as a sleek, titanium-framed alternative to the standard and Pro models. It came with the A19 chipset<\/strong>, 120Hz display<\/strong>, and iOS 26<\/strong>, aimed squarely at users seeking cutting-edge performance in a lighter, thinner package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, despite the buzz, the model hasn\u2019t created its own niche. At a starting price of \u20b91,19,900 (256GB)<\/strong> in India, the Air sits firmly in premium territory\u2014too close to the iPhone 17 Pro, which offers a superior camera and battery life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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History Repeats Itself for Apple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The iPhone Air\u2019s underperformance mirrors Apple\u2019s earlier missteps with the iPhone 12 mini<\/strong> and iPhone 14 Plus<\/strong>\u2014both technically solid but commercially weak. Buyers continue to prefer the regular and Pro variants that deliver more tangible benefits over experimental form factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kuo notes that while Apple initially hoped physical store exposure would boost interest, the recent scale-back indicates the strategy didn\u2019t work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Indian Buyers Should Know<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With production now being reduced, certain configurations may soon become scarce<\/strong>. This could lead to two outcomes: price cuts to clear stock<\/strong> or tight supply<\/strong> driving up resale interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, models with shorter production runs often lose resale value faster<\/strong>\u2014a trend seen with the mini and Plus variants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For buyers prioritizing camera, battery, and long-term value, the iPhone 17 or 17 Pro<\/strong> remain smarter investments. But for those who love the ultra-slim design, grabbing an iPhone Air during upcoming Diwali or bank-offer sales<\/strong> might be the best opportunity before it disappears from shelves.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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