Apple has not yet confirmed the existence of its first foldable iPhone, but has not closed leaks and predictions around its launch timeline. Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo now claims that Apple supplier Foxconn is expected to start work on the foldable iPhone project later this year. While the device will allegedly receive the performance from the Samsung display, several other major components specifications are still being finalized. The foldable iPhone is currently expected to be launched in 2026 and is likely to carry a premium price tag.
Apple foldable iPhone can use Samsung display
In an X (East Twitter) post, TF Securities Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo updated about the update Apple’s foldable iPhone productionAnalysts say that Foxconn will start the project by the end of the third quarter or in the fourth quarter of this year. According to Kuo, several components including Kaj have been finalized.
The upcoming handset is said to facilitate Samsung-made foldable display. Samsung performance Foldable is said to be preparing for the construction of seven to eight million flexible panels for the iPhone. “Given that in 2026, the actual production can be done only in a few months, that year panel shipment is likely to be less than full capacity”, Kuo said.
Also, Kuo said that Apple IS may have ordered an order for 15-20 million foldable iPhone models. This is likely to cover the expected demand of the life cycle of the product spread for two to three years. The mass production of foldable iPhones is prescribed for the second half of 2026. Apple is expected to ship several million units of the annual device in both 2027 and 2028, possibly due to its premium pricing.
The iPhone fold 2026 is rumored to break the declineHowever, Kuo has warned that plans may change before the project is officially discontinued.
Apple’s book-style foldable smartphone It is estimated to come with an external display of 5.5 inch and an internal screen of 7.8 inch. The phone in the US can cost around $ 2,300 (about Rs 1,99,000) and is expected to be available in limited units. It is a rumor of being a metal.