Apple is ready to launch the iPhone 17 Air on September 9 at its “Awe Dropping” event. This new iPhone is said to be the thinnest and lightest model ever with just 5.5mm thickness. The slim design looks stylish but it may also mean a smaller battery and only a single rear camera instead of the usual dual or triple setup.
Big Change: No SIM Card Slot
A new leak suggests that the iPhone 17 Air might not have a physical SIM card slot at all. This means it could be Apple’s first iPhone with only e-SIM support in global markets.
Apple already made this move in the United States with the iPhone 14, but if the leak is true, the iPhone 17 Air could take this feature worldwide.
Why This Leak Seems True
According to MacRumors, Apple has told its employees and authorized resellers in Europe to complete special e-SIM training by September 5. The training is being done through Apple’s SEED app, which is used by employees globally. This strongly hints that Apple may be preparing for an international e-SIM only rollout.
Why e-SIM Instead of Physical SIM?
Apple believes e-SIMs are safer and more modern than physical SIM cards. An e-SIM cannot be removed from the phone, which makes it more secure if your device is lost or stolen. It also makes switching mobile carriers much easier, as users don’t need to buy or insert a new SIM card.
Apple first explained these benefits when it launched the e-SIM only iPhone 14 in the U.S. Now, it looks like the company wants to make this the new normal worldwide.
How Will Users Be Affected?
For many users, an e-SIM only iPhone will make life easier and safer. But in some regions where e-SIM support is still limited, people may face issues while traveling or switching carriers. This is why some iPhone fans are worried about Apple’s decision.
It is also not yet clear if only the iPhone 17 Air will come with e-SIM only support or if all iPhone 17 models will have the same feature.
What to Expect at the Launch
Apple is known for bold design moves, like removing the headphone jack and charger from the box. If the iPhone 17 Air becomes the first global e-SIM only iPhone, it will be another big step in Apple’s vision of a simpler and sleeker iPhone future.
All doubts will be cleared at the September 9 event, where the iPhone 17 Air will finally be revealed.
