iPhone 17 Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim May Feature Smaller Batteries: Latest Leak
The iPhone 17 Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim have generated significant buzz recently as leaks hint at their ultra-sleek designs. While both Apple and Samsung are focusing on prioritizing design and compactness, these advancements may come at the cost of reduced battery sizes.
Battery Size Details (Leaked)
- Battery Capacity:
- According to tipster Digital Chat Station, both devices will feature batteries with capacities ranging between 3,000mAh to 4,000mAh.
- Such battery sizes could impact overall battery life unless Apple and Samsung optimize their software to improve efficiency.
iPhone 17 Air
- Apple traditionally does not disclose battery capacities, but teardowns reveal that the iPhone 16 houses a 3,561mAh battery, offering solid backup.
- If Apple maintains a similar size for the iPhone 17 Air, battery performance might remain stable, but the device’s slim profile suggests otherwise.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- The Galaxy S25 Slim, with a rumored thickness between 6.1mm to 6.9mm, might feature a smaller battery compared to the 4,000mAh unit in the Galaxy S24.
Design and Specifications
iPhone 17 Air
- Thickness: Around 5.5mm, comparable to the 13-inch iPad Pro’s 5.1mm profile.
- Camera: A single 48MP rear camera.
- SIM Slot: Exclusively e-SIM, with no physical SIM slot.
- Processor: An in-house 5G modem is expected.
- Price: Estimated around $900, similar to the iPhone Plus models it might replace.
- Launch Date: Expected to debut in September 2025 alongside the iPhone 17 series.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Thickness: Between 6.1mm to 6.9mm, making it slimmer than the Galaxy S24.
- Processor: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC.
- Memory: 12GB RAM.
- OS: Runs on Android 15 out of the box.
- Launch Date: Likely in May 2025, with a potential teaser at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22nd.
Potential Challenges
While sleek designs are attractive, smaller batteries could affect:
- Battery Life: Users might experience shorter usage times without significant software optimization.
- Heat Management: Compact designs often lead to increased thermal challenges.
