iPhone 17 Air: What Do You Think of This Sky Blue Color? [Video]

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Following the introduction of the Sky Blue color with the MacBook Air M4, it’s now set to debut on the iPhone 17 Air. This shade, which was first launched in March on the MacBook (and subtly hinted at on the iPad mini 7, don’t you think?), has quickly become one of the most favored options within the lineup. So much so that Apple has decided to extend this color choice to its upcoming mid-range smartphone.

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A Subtle Blue That Plays with Light

The leaker Majin Bu recently posted a video on X showing a dummy model of the iPhone 17 Air in Sky Blue. This variant exhibits a very light blue that can appear almost white under certain lighting conditions. From different angles, however, the blue tone becomes more pronounced, creating a look that is both understated and sophisticated.

The concept of an iPhone 17 Air featuring a slimmer design and sleek finishes seems to echo the MacBook Air’s philosophy: to combine portability with style. Naturally, sharing the same color makes perfect sense.

The video also includes a side-by-side comparison with an iPhone 16 Pro in Desert Titanium. While the main goal was to showcase the new color, this footage also offers a glimpse at the presumed thinness of the iPhone 17 Air compared to the current Pro model.

A Strategic Choice to Appeal to a Broad Audience

Apple appears to be capitalizing on the success of this color scheme (even if not everyone at our editorial team is a fan). With its modern yet timeless appeal, it targets users looking for something unique as well as those who prefer something more subdued. By offering it on the iPhone 17 Air, the company could enhance the model’s appeal in the competitive market, while also aligning its color palette across the Mac and iPhone 17 product lines.

Sky Blue will join a lineup of new colors expected for the iPhone 17 Air, alongside Light Gold (again, it’s unclear what shade of gold we’ll get), Black, and Silver. This harmonization of hues and finishes is also a way for Apple to create a visual coherence among its different products, a marketing strategy that has often proven successful.