For context, the current iPhone 16 series ranges from 7.8mm to 8.25mm. To achieve this unprecedented slim profile, Apple is expected to adopt an aluminium chassis for the standard models in the iPhone 17 lineup, while reserving titanium for the Pro variants, ensuring both a lightweight build and premium design.

Apple is expected to launch an extra-thin model when it unveils the iPhone 17 line-up next year. But exactly how thin are we talking? A new report appears to confirm the figure is 6mm, which would make the iPhone 17 Air/Slim the thinnest smartphone Apple has ever released.

A new report appears to confirm rumours that the super-slim version of the iPhone 17 will be just 6mm thick. That's thinner than the previous record holder, the iPhone 6. It looks like the iPhone 17 Slim,