Apple’s Foldable iPhone: What We Know So Far

Quick Summary

• Rumors of foldable iPhone: Apple has been rumored to launch a foldable iPhone since 2018 with repeated timeline adjustments. Current reports estimate a release in late 2026 or early 2027.
• Design and features:

– Expected size: 7.8-inch inside display, 5.5-inch outer display.
– “Book-style” vertical folding design similar to Google Pixel Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold models.
– titanium alloy or LiquidMetal hinge for durability and minimizing crease marks.

• Specs:

– Likely Touch ID incorporated into the power button due to thin design; no Face ID functionality.
– Two rear cameras and dual front-facing cameras for different folded/unfolded configurations.

• Production volume: Limited production expected initially, with higher quantities anticipated by late 2027 for subsequent models.
• Pricing: Estimated price starting at $2,000-$2,299, positioning it as an ultra-premium product.

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Image source: Foundry

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Caption: The folding iPhone could be similar to Google’s pixel Fold.

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