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iPhone Air: Long-term review after 100 days of use
The iPhone Air stands out for its slim and lightweight design, offering a unique experience compared to the Pro models. Although it sacrifices some features like the ultra-wide-angle camera and the battery life isn't the best, its performance and design make it an attractive option for those who value aesthetics and portability.
1. 📱 Introduction: Initial expectations and unexpected experience with the iPhone Air
- ✅ The author has been using the iPhone Air as their main device for over 100 days.
- ✅ Initially, they expected to return to the iPhone Pro after a while, but that wasn't the case.
00:00 - 00:33
1. 📱 Introduction: Initial expectations and unexpected experience with the iPhone Air
- ✅ The author has been using the iPhone Air as their main device for over 100 days.
- ✅ Initially, they expected to return to the iPhone Pro after a while, but that wasn't the case.
00:34 - 01:58
2. ✨ Impossibly Thin Design: The differentiating factor of the iPhone Air
- ✅ The slim design of the iPhone Air is the first thing that catches your eye.
- ✅ The author has fallen in love with this design, which makes it feel different compared to other phones.
- ✅ Despite the improvements in the iPhone 17 Pro, the iPhone Air still feels special every time it's used.
01:59 - 03:46
3. Display 120 Hz OLED Screen: A vivid and fluid visual experience
- ✅ The 6.5-inch OLED screen with 120 Hz ProMotion offers a smooth and vivid experience.
- ✅ The slim bezels make it seem like you're just holding a piece of glass.
- ✅ The maximum brightness of 3000 nits allows for excellent visibility outdoors.
- ⚠️ The sound quality of the single speaker is a weakness compared to the Pro models, although it's not a major problem in daily use.
03:47 - 05:05
4. 🎙️ Plaud AI: A solution for taking notes in meetings and conversations
- ✅ The Plaud Note Pro allows you to record and transcribe conversations and meetings, creating summaries and mind maps.
- ✅ The Notep S is a smaller version that can be worn as a pin.
- ✅ The Plaud desktop app works with Zoom and FaceTime, syncing everything with the mobile app.
05:06 - 06:22
5. 🚀 Performance and Overheating: The A19 Pro chip and its heat management
- ✅ The performance of the iPhone Air with the A19 Pro chip is excellent for multitasking, heavy applications, and games.
- ⚠️ Overheating can be a problem in extreme heat conditions, but not to the point of being unusable.
06:23 - 07:41
6. 🔋 Battery Life: Not the best, but enough for everyday use
- ⚠️ The battery life isn't the best, but it's similar to that of the iPhone 16 Pro.
- ✅ It's recommended to use Apple's MagSafe battery to optimize battery life, especially when traveling.
07:42 - 09:35
7. 📸 Camera: The biggest sacrifice of the iPhone Air
- ⚠️ The lack of an ultra-wide-angle and telephoto camera is the biggest drawback.
- ✅ The 48-megapixel main camera offers consistent, high-quality photos, even in low-light conditions.
- ✅ Includes new features like Center Stage and Dual Capture Video.
09:36 - 11:12
8. Is it worth it? Unique design over advanced features
- ✅ Despite its limitations, the author prefers the iPhone Air for its unique design.
- ✅ It's ideal for those who value aesthetics and the different feel that the device offers.
- ✅ The author hopes that Apple will improve the camera system in future versions of the iPhone Air.