iPhone 18 Fold: Rumors, release date, and things you should know

Rumors about foldable iPhone circulated for many yearsBut recent reports suggest that Apple is finally getting closer to launching its new product. Apple is reportedly developing two foldable products, a clamshell foldable iPhone and a giant 20-inch foldable iPad, but the foldable iPhone is expected to debut first.

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Apple’s first foldable iPhone will reportedly be a clamshell-style device similar to Galaxy Z Flip or Motorola Razr – The display is similar in size to a typical phone, except it folds inwards and becomes smaller in your pocket.

recent reports from wall street journal It is suggested that the screen size of the foldable iPhone will be larger than that of the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which means it will provide at least a 7-inch display:

The company also plans to launch two foldable devices, people familiar with the matter said. The larger device (intended as a laptop) has a screen that when unfolded is almost as large as some desktop monitors, about 19 inches. People familiar with the matter said the smaller model will have a larger display than the iPhone 16 Pro Max and is designed to function as a foldable iPhone.

Some challenges of developing an in-house foldable These include reducing crease visibility, improving hinges, and creating good materials for the display lid. Apple aims to address all of these issues at launch.

foldable market

Apple’s first foldable iPhone will be reportedly supports According to Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), the foldable market is declining.

From 2019 to 2023, the annual growth rate of the foldable market is as high as 40%. However, the group believes that growth will slow significantly to around 5% by 2024, with the market actually facing sales declines from 2025 onwards:

DSCC’s latest report on the foldable and rollable/sliding display market for all display applications shows that the foldable smartphone market has stalled. After growing at least 40% each year from 2019 to 2023, DSCC now believes that the foldable smartphone display market will grow by only 5% in 2024 and decline by 4% in 2025. block panel.

However, the organization believes that Apple’s entry into the market could lead to a rapid increase in demand for foldable devices as the company can bring new features. I’ve personally heard a lot of people say they love this concept Galaxy Z Flipbut just can’t get rid of their iPhone.

Release date

according to multiple sourcesApple’s first foldable iPhone will debut in the second half of 2026, likely alongside the iPhone 18 series. This assumes there are no longer any developmental delays. Earlier this year, Apple assigned a new V68 code name to the project – indicating that the product is past the prototyping stage and we should see it in our hands soon.

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