Apple is set to introduce a new color variant for its upcoming iPhone 17 Air, described as a very light blue that may appear white under certain lighting conditions. This information comes from a leaker with a mixed track record, who suggests that this barely blue hue will be the primary color option for the device.
The leaker, Fixed Focus Digital, shared on Weibo:
> Blue is probably the main color of iPhone 17 Air this time. It is different from all the blue colors released by Apple in the past. The blue is very light…
> Note: If there is no brightness, it is easy to confuse with white.
Apple has a history of experimenting with subtle color variations. The iPhone 13 Pro’s Sierra Blue was a light blue shade, while the M4 MacBook Air’s Sky Blue was so faint that it was often described as barely blue. This new barely blue for the iPhone 17 Air seems to continue this trend of understated color choices.
The term main color, as used by the leaker, likely refers to this being a new and highlighted color in Apple’s marketing materials. Apple often emphasizes new color options to generate interest and differentiate new models from previous ones.
In addition to the color update, there are rumors about design changes in the iPhone 17 series. Another leaker recently suggested that the reduced bezels expected for the Pro and Air models might also be applied to the base model, indicating a more uniform design language across the lineup.
As with all leaks and rumors, it’s essential to approach this information with caution. Apple has not officially confirmed these details, and the final product may differ from current speculations.
