Pricing, Trade-in Deals, and More on Apple’s Thinnest Model yet

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Apple unveiled its latest generation of products earlier this week, including its newest lineup of iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. In addition to the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, the tech giant announced its thinnest and lightest smartphone yet, the iPhone Air. If you can’t wait to get your hands on one, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about how to preorder the iPhone Air.

The Air, which is available to preorder as of 8 a.m. ET today and will be officially released on September 19, features enhanced AI and camera capabilities, the best display on an iPhone to date, and all-day battery life, all with a width of less than a quarter-inch. The phone starts at $999 at Apple, but there are already opportunities to score a deal at the likes of T-Mobile and AT&T. We’ve got all the details below, including where to preorder, trade-in values, and more.

  • Need a case to go with your new iPhone Air? Browse through some options here.

How to preorder the iPhone Air

While the phone starts at $999 at Apple, you can save some cash by trading in your eligible current phone for a credit toward your new phone purchase.

Apple iPhone Air.

Apple iPhone Air

Apple’s sleekest and thinnest iPhone yet, the brand-new iPhone Air has a width of less than a quarter-inch. It still packs plenty of functionality, with a 27-hour battery life, Apple Intelligence, and A19 Pro chip.

iPhone Air preorder deals

What’s the trade-in value of my current phone at Apple?

Trading in your current phone can save you hundreds on a new one. Even if you haven’t upgraded your phone in years and have an older model, like the iPhone 11, you can still score 10% off the iPhone Air with a trade-in. Apple is offering the following trade-in value estimates for previous iPhone generations, which are subject to change based on your phone’s condition. If you don’t see your device listed here, check out the full list on Apple’s website.


Apple iPhone Air features.

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iPhone Air colors

The new iPhone Air will be available in four colors, so you can choose the one that best suits your personal taste.

  • Space black
  • Cloud white
  • Light gold
  • Sky blue

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Jennifer Gonick

Coupons and Deals Fellow

Jenn Gonick is the Coupons and Deals Fellow on Business Insider’s Reviews team. A savvy online shopper, she’s always on the hunt for the best sales and promotions.ExperienceJenn joined the Business Insider Reviews team in early 2025, where she reports on the best coupons and deals available. Prior to joining Business Insider, she worked in PR, branding, and social media. Jenn began her editorial career at Prevention, where she covered product recommendations, shopping news, celebrity news, and health and wellness. She also played a role in covering major sale events, including Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.Why you can trust JennJenn knows not every deal is worth buying and doesn’t recommend anything she wouldn’t take advantage of herself. Her previous experience in PR and branding has also given her an eye for spotting misleading advertising language, so she always knows how to tell when a discount or coupon is the real deal.EducationJenn graduated from George Washington University with a degree in English & Communication and a minor in Applied Ethics.Expertise

  • Deals
  • Coupons
  • Major sale events to watch out for
  • Beauty and style
  • Fitness, health, and wellness

Outside of work Outside of work, you can find Jenn frequenting her favorite coffee shops and restaurants, trying out new recipes, or browsing the local bookstore for her next read. She is based in Brooklyn.


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