This is EMBARRASSING for Google - iPhone Air

About this video

• Video Title: This is EMBARRASSING for Google - iPhone Air
• Channel: ShortCircuit
• Speakers: Linus (implied by context and common knowledge of the channel)
• Duration: 00:15:39

Overview

This video is a review of the hypothetical "iPhone Air," a device presented as a competitor to Google's Pixel phones. The reviewer, Linus, unboxes the phone, discusses its design, accessories, display, performance, battery life, camera, and other features, often comparing it to existing iPhone models and Android devices, with a particular focus on highlighting perceived shortcomings of Google's offerings.

Key takeaways

• Design and Build: The iPhone Air is noted for being extremely thin, with a titanium body that holds up well in bend tests. The display is praised for its brightness and new anti-glare coating, though the camera design is simplified, and it lacks a telephoto lens. The single rear camera is a 48-megapixel fusion camera with 2x zoom, which is digital rather than optical.
• Performance and Battery: Despite its thinness, the iPhone Air uses an A19 Processor with one fewer GPU core than the Pro models. It exhibits thermal throttling during performance tests but still manages to outperform some Android competitors, including the Pixel 10 Pro. Battery life and charging are slower than other iPhones due to its size, but still competitive with some Android devices.
• Features and Controversies: The phone lacks a second speaker, relying on the earpiece. It features an off-center USB-C port and no included charger. The camera's "Apple Intelligence" feature, which automatically reframes shots using a square sensor, is highlighted as a smart solution for social media content creation. iOS 26's ability to screen unknown callers is seen as a significant, tempting feature.
• Comparison to Google: The video frequently criticizes Google's Pixel phones, stating that the iPhone Air is "embarrassing" for Google due to its performance and battery life advantages over the Pixel 10 Pro. The reviewer questions who is making it harder to be an Android user, Apple or Google.