In the latest iOS 26 Beta 2 developer test version, evidence related to the rumored iPhone 17 Air has been accidentally leaked, including a brand new resolution classic clownfish wallpaper. This wallpaper is labeled as "420×912@3x," which converts to 1260×2736 pixels, a resolution that does not match any existing iPhone model.
International media has discovered that in the iOS 26 beta, the resolution of the new clownfish wallpaper closely aligns with predictions for the iPhone 17 Air. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo mentioned that this phone will feature approximately a 6.6-inch screen, with an expected resolution of 1260×2740, which almost perfectly matches the resolution of this wallpaper, providing concrete support for the existence of the new device.
This uniquely high-resolution wallpaper hasn't been spotted among the other built-in wallpapers in iOS 26, suggesting it might have been used for internal testing by Apple, but somehow ended up in the release version. This indicates that Apple is putting the finishing touches on the next generation of iPhones and plans to synchronize the release of iOS 26 alongside the new iPhones in September.
According to previous reports, a major selling point of the iPhone 17 Air is its ultra-slim design, measuring just 5.5 millimeters thick, making it the thinnest iPhone ever. Weighing around 145 grams, this design aims to provide users with a superior tactile experience. The new model features a screen size that falls between the standard iPhone 17 and the Pro Max, equipped with the Apple C1 communication chip, and adopts a horizontal camera module with a single-lens design, differing from the traditional vertical camera layout.
Although the official confirmation of the iPhone 17 Air is still pending, the recent leak of the iOS 26 beta has provided the first substantial clues about this ultra-slim new device. It’s anticipated that this product may prioritize design aesthetics over the traditional approach of stacking features, potentially steering Apple's product line in a bold new direction.
