iPhone Fold; What do we know about the Apple folding phone?

The future folding phone of Apple, which will probably be introduced under the name iPhone Fold, has not yet reached the launch stage. But the amount of rumors, reports and unofficial information about it has been so wide that we can have a relatively accurate picture of Apple’s first entry into the world of folding devices. The product, which is said to be unveiled in 2026, represents Apple’s effort to create a foldable product without creases, powerful hardware, improved displays and more durability than current competitors. Next, based on the latest reports from reliable sources, we review everything we know so far about the iPhone Fold.

When will iPhone Fold come?

According to multiple reports, including sources such as UDN, Bloomberg, and well-known analysts, Apple plans to launch its first foldable iPhone in 2026, possibly alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series (early fall 1405). Some scattered reports announced the possibility of a delay until 2027, but the device entering the EVT (Engineering Validation Test) stage and the production of about 100 sample units show that the project is on track to be released in 2026.

This long delay compared to early competitors such as Samsung and OnePlus shows that Apple has chosen to offer a product without the common flaws of folding devices. Especially the complete elimination of creasing, which is said to have been the company’s top priority. This means that we will probably see the best folding phone in the market.

How much will the iPhone Fold cost?

About the price of iPhone Fold, we have to say that almost all reports agree on one number; Possible price around 2400 dollars. This figure makes the iPhone Fold one of the most expensive consumer phones in the market. However, IDC analysts have predicted that Apple could capture a third of the foldable phone market in its first year. An issue that shows the trust of users in this brand and the thirst of the market for a truly stable and flawless folding.

Apple’s iPhone Fold body design; Smaller, wider and crease-free

In terms of design, the iPhone Fold is supposed to be a bit more compact and wider than competitors like the Galaxy Z Fold. A form factor that some have described as similar to the Pixel Fold, but with a much more modern look and less weight. The key design features of this phone are:

• A body similar to two iPhone Air connected to each other
• Using a combination of titanium and aluminum for lightening and increasing durability
• Hinge design with special liquid metal to completely eliminate or not feel creases
• Aiming to achieve a thickness of between 9 and 9.5mm when open

This design can be Apple’s most important trump card against competitors who have not yet been able to completely solve the problem of screen creases. Also, this crease becomes more noticeable as a result of opening and closing a lot and affects the appearance of the phone in a negative way.

Two high quality screens for the iPhone Fold

According to reports, the screens of the iPhone Fold will be of very high quality. Apparently, this phone will use two screens like the current folding phones. One is secondary and normal and the other is folding, whose specifications will be as follows;

• 7.8 inch internal display (OLED)
• 5.5 inch external display
• The panel is made by Samsung Display, but with Apple’s special structure and processing
• Eliminate creasing thanks to the new hinge
• Higher brightness and durability to compete with high-end devices from Samsung and OnePlus

Apple has probably delayed the release by more than a year to reach the quality level it wants, as the goal is to offer the “first truly crease-free display” in the folding world. Now, with the help of Samsung, it will achieve this goal, which itself has not been able to produce folding phones without creases. It should be seen if Apple succeeds in doing this or if these words are just for advertising and attracting the attention of users.

camera; Dual system, but high quality

Surprisingly, Apple is rumored to use a dual-camera system on the first version of the iPhone Fold, unlike the Pro models. Two cameras, of course, will have high quality. Because the sensor size of both reaches 48 megapixels. These two lenses will be ultra-wide and wide so that there is no telephoto lens. A weakness that is more noticeable compared to the new Pixel Fold and Galaxy Z Fold, which are equipped with this sensor.

In the front camera section, there is a 24 megapixel camera under the internal display (UDC) or folding and a normal selfie camera on the external display for better call quality and photography. Thus, in this respect, there will be no difference between Apple’s foldable representative and the current foldables. It will also be the first time that Apple uses a camera under the display.

hardware performance; 2nm processor and 12GB of RAM

The iPhone Fold will most likely be introduced with the A20 Pro chip; Apple’s first 2nm processor that promises a 15% increase in speed and a 30% improvement in energy consumption. Apple may also use new WMCM technology, which packs memory directly next to the CPU and GPU to speed up processing. The possible configurations of this phone will include the following;

• 12 GB RAM + 256 GB memory
• 12 GB RAM + 512 GB memory
• 12 GB RAM + 1 TB memory

Photo attributed to iPhone Fold

With these specifications, the iPhone Fold will definitely be better than its competitors in terms of processing power and raw graphics. Now we have to see how these devices show themselves in the special form factor of iPhone Fold.

iPhone Fold battery

This part will be one of the key strengths of the iPhone Fold. Apple has always focused on energy optimization, and with the combination of a larger battery, a more energy-efficient display, a very energy-efficient processor, and of course, excellent power management in iOS 27, the battery life of the iPhone Fold is expected to be much higher than the competition. It is not yet clear what capacity is considered for the battery of this phone. But it is unlikely that Apple will go for a number lower than 4000 mAh.

software; iOS 27 for foldable devices

One of the most important differences between iPhone Fold and its competitors is its optimized operating system. An operating system that is optimized specifically for foldable phones and provides users with features such as smooth switching between open and closed mode, more advanced multitasking, applications that adapt intelligently to changing sizes, and a special focus on multimedia and multitasking artificial intelligence.

Source: PhoneArena