Basic AF: a (mostly) tech podcast The iPhone Air Experience with Chris Freitag and Gannon Nordberg
Sep 29, 2025
In this discussion, Gannon Nordberg, an email marketing expert, and Chris Freitag, a photographer and content creator, share their hands-on experiences with the iPhone Air. They marvel at its lightweight design and stunning 3000-nit display, while addressing the camera's trade-offs and the real-world challenges of battery life. Chris highlights the upgraded front-facing camera, beneficial for content creation, while both guests delve into their thoughts on Apple’s future direction, including possible foldable devices and why this model might suit most users.
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Phone Feels Astonishingly Lightweight
- Chris describes the iPhone Air as feeling
Holding The Air Felt 'Magic'
- Chris loved holding the Air and compared it to the iPhone X in enjoyment.
- His main hardware gripe was the continuing camera plateau that prevents the phone lying flat.
Front Camera Is A Creator Game-Changer
- Chris and Gannon both praised the upgraded front-facing camera for content creation.
- They expect it to drive more short-form video use like reels and shorts.