The iPhone Air hasn’t sold particularly well, with many users considering it a poor value for its $999 price tag. From its limited battery life to the single rear camera, the iPhone Air has struggled to justify its premium cost—and that pattern doesn’t look set to change with the iPhone Air 2.
**iPhone Air 2: Still a Single Camera?**
According to Apple insider Mark Gurman in his newsletter *Power On*, it’s very unlikely that the second generation iPhone Air will feature more than one rear camera. Although many Apple fans have expressed disappointment in paying $1,000 for a single-camera phone, Gurman suggests Apple has little incentive to change course.
**Why Is Apple Sticking With One Camera?**
Gurman explains that adding an ultrawide camera would make little business sense for Apple. The iPhone Air is already packed with internal components, and rearranging them for a feature that few users may actually use is a tough proposition. With initial sales of the iPhone Air proving underwhelming, the company is seemingly reluctant to make significant hardware changes.
Some speculate the iPhone Air’s existence is tied to Apple’s plans for a foldable iPhone in the future.
**Potential Improvements: Battery Life**
Thankfully, there may be good news on the battery front. The iPhone Air is set to adopt next-generation 2nm chips, which should improve efficiency. Apple may also begin using silicon-carbon batteries soon, potentially putting an end to the battery life issues that have plagued the device.
**What’s the Biggest Issue for the iPhone Air?**
– Limited battery life
– Single rear camera
– The price tag
Which of these do you think matters most?
**A Personal Perspective**
Personally, I’m a fan of both the iPhone Air and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge. I believe adopting silicon-carbon batteries would enable these super-slim phones to reach their full potential. However, I understand the frustrations: the iPhone Air makes too many compromises for its price. While it feels fantastic to hold and use, the lack of a multi-camera setup and limited battery arguably keep it from being a true flagship.
**Looking Elsewhere: iPhone 16 Pro**
If you’re after flagship performance without compromise, consider a refurbished iPhone 16 Pro. Currently available from Back Market for $813—that’s $185 (19%) off the original $999 retail price. The 16 Pro shares most software features with new models and boasts impressive cameras, except for advanced pro modes like ProRes RAW Log 2 recording (which most users won’t miss).
Check prices and availability as they may vary based on condition and color.
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