Apple’s long -handed foldable iPhone is likely to be a reality soon. Cupertino-based tech giants are not yet indicating any launch, but a new report states that the foldable phone is in the early stages of development. The device is expected to complete the prototype test by the end of 2025 and transfer the engineering verification test (EVT) stage. The foldable iPhone can be unveiled in the second half of next year.
Apple allegedly initiates prototyping phase for foldable iPhone
Digitims, citing supply chain sources, reports Apple’s foldable iPhone The prototype (P1) reached the stage in June. Apple is asked to keep a standard growth cycle for foldable iPhone, and it can progress through P3 prototype stages through P1 before entering EVT phase, followed by mass production. It can potentially pave the way for launch in the second half of 2026.
Each prototype phase of the foldable iPhone allegedly lasts for about two months. During this time, Apple’s supply chain partners may carry out limited test presentations. Once they complete the test, the iPhone assembler Foxconn and the Patron will allegedly verify the production yield and assess manufacturing before the start of production on full scale.
Initial shipment estimate for Apple The foldable iPhone is allegedly about 7 million units. This figure can change depending on the market’s reaction.
In addition, the publication, citing sources with the knowledge of the case, suggests that the Apple was developing a foldable iPad with the foldable iPhone, but has allegedly sheltered the plan. Industry experts believe that stagnation is due to manufacturing challenges, high production costs, especially around flexible displays, and limited market demand for large foldable devices.
Apple’s entry into the foldable segment is expected to heat up the competition. Foldable iPhone is likely to compete against Samsung’s Galaxy Z fold lineup, and pixel’s fold phone, and many other Chinese foldables.
Foldable iPhone is rumored for cost About $ 2,300 (about Rs 1,99,000) in the US. It is estimated to boast a liquid metal. It is asked to pack 7.8 -inch internal performance and 5.5 -inch cover display. The upcoming model can measure 9.2 mm in thickness when folded and 4.6 mm when it is revealed. It is said to offer a side-mounted touch ID sensor.