Accessibility Review: 4 months with the iPhone Air – my favorite iPhone ever
Those of you who know me are already aware that I love Apple. Their products allow me to live a life as close to normal as possible as a totally blind person. Accessibility is built directly into both the hardware and the software, which means that most of the time I don’t think about being blind when I use them. Everything simply works.
Last year, after many years of using Pro iPhones, I decided to try something different and go with the iPhone Air. I’ve had this phone since day one, and after four months of daily use, it has become my favorite iPhone ever.
As someone who loves technology and upgrades to the latest iPhone every year, if I have the opportunity, getting the Air in 2025 was a well thought out decision. Before upgrading, my right hand was hurting a lot as I use my mobility cane constantly, and I also hold my iPhone for around nine to ten hours every day. Over time, that combination caused real discomfort, but since switching to the iPhone Air, the pain has completely disappeared.
I guess that the main reason for that happening is the fantastic design. The iPhone Air is extremely thin and light. It is Apple’s thinnest iPhone to date, and the difference compared to Pro models is noticeable (the first time you pick it up, it almost feels unreal!). Because it is so slim, I decided to use a bumper case from Apple to avoid the feeling that it might slip out of my hand. With the bumper on, the phone feels secure while remaining comfortable to hold for very long periods.
Battery life was one of the biggest concerns people had before the iPhone Air was released. Many assumed that a phone this thin wouldn’t last a full day. In my experience, that concern is completely unfounded. I consistently get better battery life from the iPhone Air than I did from my iPhone 16 Pro, even with heavy daily use.
Another common point of discussion is the camera system. The iPhone Air doesn’t offer the same advanced camera setup as the Pro models. That may matter to some users, but it doesn’t matter to me. I’m blind, so camera quality is not a deciding factor and let’s be honest, 99% of people wouldn’t have any kind of problems using these camera, which are excellent anyway! My priorities were comfort, performance, and accessibility, and the iPhone Air delivers on all three.
The phone features a 6.5-inch OLED display with a high refresh rate, which contributes to a smooth overall experience. I don’t see the display myself, but Alina often tells me that it looks bright and clear, even in direct sunlight.
Performance is handled by Apple’s latest-generation chip, and everything feels fast and responsive. Navigating the system, using apps, and working throughout the day all feel effortless. Storage options start at 256GB and scale up from there, so space has never been an issue for me.
Migrating from my iPhone 16 Pro to the iPhone Air was simple and fully accessible. The entire setup process worked seamlessly with VoiceOver, and all my apps, data, and settings transferred without any issues. Upgrading felt straightforward and stress-free.
After four months of everyday use, the iPhone Air has earned its place as my favorite iPhone of all time. It is light, comfortable, powerful, and accessible from the moment I turned it on. I will continue to upgrade within the iPhone Air line when new models are released, and I highly encourage anyone who has needs similar to my own to check out this awesome phone in a store.
Alina and I live in an Apple ecosystem. From iPhones, to iPads, to MacBooks, iMac, Apple watches, AirTags, AirPods, Apple TVs, and HomePods, all our daily technology goes through Apple if possible. As I said in the beginning, Apple makes both products and software fully accessible for blind people like me, and that’s why I recommend them to everyone!
Thank you, Apple, for making accessibility a priority, and with 2026 just starting up, I am super excited to see what’s coming next!
Victor Dima
