India, April 24 -- iPhone 17 Air will reportedly make its debut this autumn and with it, Apple may be preparing to disrupt its own premium lineup, and possibly by design. This ultra-thin iPhone, a clear replacement for the underwhelming Plus model, has been the subject of persistent leaks. But what's truly turned heads is a recent Unbox Therapy hands-on with a dummy unit. Tech reviewer Lew Hilsenteger, a seasoned veteran in the gadget world, was unexpectedly floored. "That feels futuristic," he remarked, conveying genuine surprise despite following the rumours for months.

The moment underscored something essential: seeing (and feeling) is believing. The iPhone 17 Air, by all early impressions, is not just another iteration. It's somethin...