Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-12 11:29Group 1 - Apple announced the launch of the new iPhone Air, which features an ultra-thin design and improved durability compared to previous models [2] - The iPhone 17 series, including iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, is available for pre-order starting at 8 PM Beijing time on September 12 [2] - The iPhone Air will only support eSIM and will not have a physical SIM card slot, which has delayed its release in China [3][5] Group 2 - The iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone ever, measuring 5.6 mm in thickness and weighing 165 grams, with a 6.5-inch screen and powered by the A19 Pro processor [2] - Apple has made compromises in battery life and camera performance due to the device's thin design [3] - eSIM technology, which allows for embedded SIM cards, offers advantages in flexibility, security, and user experience compared to traditional SIM cards [3] Group 3 - Chinese telecom operators, including China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom, are preparing to support eSIM services for the iPhone 17 series, pending regulatory approval [5] - eSIM technology has been widely adopted in non-smartphone devices, such as smart bands, indicating a growing trend in the industry [6] - eSIM-related stocks, such as Unisoc and Xin Henghui, have shown mixed performance in the market [7]