Apple Delays iPhone Air 2 to Spring 2027 After Weak Sales

Apple has delayed the release of a second-generation iPhone Air, originally planned for fall 2026, to at least spring 2027, following disappointing sales of the ultrathin model's debut version. The first iPhone Air launched in September 2025 as Apple's thinnest smartphone to date, priced at $999, but failed to meet sales expectations despite initial praise for its sleek titanium design and lightweight build.

The decision stems from weaker-than-anticipated demand for the original device, which prompted Apple to scale back production shortly after launch. Suppliers, including Foxconn and Luxshare, have dismantled most production lines, reducing output to near end-of-cycle levels, with full halt expected by the end of the month. Officials familiar with the matter indicated that the company notified engineers and suppliers of the schedule change without providing a firm new date, though some development work continues.

At the core of the redesign efforts is the addition of a second rear camera, addressing a key criticism of the first model: its single-lens setup. The original iPhone Air featured only a 48-megapixel main sensor, lacking an ultrawide or telephoto option, which left it...