Apple and Samsung Gear Up for Foldable iPhone, Release Slated for 2026

Highlights

• Samsung Display to collaborate with Apple on a foldable iPhone screen.
• Foldable iPhone expected to launch in 2026, debunking earlier rumors.
• Apple also rumored to work on a 20.3-inch high-end foldable device.
• Potential for foldable iPad or MacBook prior to iPhone release.

There have been many rumours lately about a possible foldable iPhone from Apple, even though we’ve been hearing gossip and leaks about this dream device for years.

Neowin reported that Samsung and Apple have made a deal for Samsung Display to work with Apple on a foldable display.

We had reported this same rumour back in December last year about the elusive iPhone Flip.

Samsung Making Apple’s Foldable

Samsung Display has been Apple’s main partner for making displays for iPhones and laptops.

The December leak hinted that LG Display was also working on parts for an Apple foldable, including a 20.25-inch foldable MacBook.

The latest news suggests that a foldable iPhone will not arrive until 2026, much later than the current rumours of later this year or possibly 2025.

These leaks, which should be taken with a pinch of salt, come from industry experts related to the supply chain.

It’s been reported that Apple is working on two different foldable devices.

One is the long-rumoured iPhone Flip, which would compete with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip.

The iPhone Flip has been rumoured for so long that other companies like Samsung have released multiple foldable devices already.

No Date For Foldable iPhone

Display analyst Ross Young suggests a 2024 release for a foldable iPhone. He is usually reliable with such tips.

However, a foldable iPhone has reached the level of myth-making like Half-Life 3.

We might see a foldable iPad or MacBook before a foldable iPhone. Based on rumours, we’re leaning more towards a foldable iPad, but Apple could always surprise us.

As tipped by analyst Jeff Pu, Apple is allegedly working on a 20.3-inch foldable device aimed at the high-end market in 2025.

We expect it will probably be priced somewhere between a MacBook Pro and the Vision Pro headset, if true.

FAQs

Is Apple working on other foldable devices besides the iPhone?

Yes, rumors suggest Apple could also be developing a foldable iPad or MacBook, with hints at a large 20.3-inch foldable device aimed at the high-end market by 2025.

How does Apple’s foldable iPhone compare to existing products?

Apple’s anticipated iPhone Flip would compete directly with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip, which has already seen multiple versions released.

What are the implications of Apple’s move into foldable technology?

Apple’s exploration of foldable devices indicates a potential shift in their product strategy, aiming to expand their high-end device offerings and compete in new device categories.

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