📱 Expected Launch Timeline & Design
- Production is set to begin in late Q3 or early Q4 2025 at Foxconn, with mass production ramping up by late 2025
- Release is anticipated in Fall 2026, likely alongside the iPhone 18 lineup
Form factor:
- Book-style foldable, not a clamshell, with a 7.8–7.9″ inner display, and a 5.5″ external cover screen
- Thanks to advanced hinge design, it may have no visible crease and be incredibly slim—around 4.5 mm unfolded, 9–9.5 mm folded
⚙️ Advanced Hardware & Features
- Display Panels: Samsung Display is reportedly producing 7–8 million foldable panels annually for this device
- Component Orders: Apple has ordered 15–20 million total units—but spread over 2–3 years, suggesting first-year shipments of about 3–5 million units
- Unique Touches: Likely to feature under-display camera, side Touch ID, and possibly use titanium/steel alloy casing
💰 Pricing & Market Positioning
- Positioned as a premium luxury device, with rumors placing pricing between $2,000–$2,500 (about ₹1.7–₹2.2 lakh)
- Likely to be priced well above current flagship iPhones—roughly double the iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Low initial sales are expected due to the high price point and Apple’s slow-roll market strategy
🧩 Why This Matters
- Apple entering the foldable market with premium build and innovation (hinge-less, ultra-slim) could revitalize consumer interest and challenge Android foldables
- Offers users the flexibility of a tablet-sized display in a pocket-sized form—ideal for productivity, media, and multitasking—potentially reshaping how people use mobile devices .
🔍 What to Watch For
- Final hinge design and crease performance still TBD
- Apple could delay the launch if crucial components aren’t ready—this remains speculative notebookcheck.net.
- Keep an eye on early leaks, regulatory filings, or official Apple patents/signals in late 2025.
✅ In Summary
Apple’s foldable iPhone (“iPhone Fold” or similar) is expected in Fall 2026, with production kicking off in late 2025. It will feature a book-style fold, 7.8″ crease-free inner display, and likely ultra-premium pricing of $2,000–$2,500. Initial shipments are projected at 3–5 million units in 2026, with a broader rollout over several years.
If you’d like, I can track ongoing developments like leaks, hinge details, or rumored features (e.g., Pencil support, display tech) as they emerge next year. Just say the word!
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