Foldable phones are no fairy tales. If you are a 90’s kid, you will know it better. From the tiny pinky flip toy phones to the Motorola Razr, we are familiar with foldable phones. But that doesn’t mean they’ve become any less interesting. And perhaps that’s the reason why Apple Foldables are set to roll out by 2026.
A recent report, published in GSMArena, highlights that Apple is working tirelessly to bring its flip-style foldable iPhone. Not just that. Steve Jobs’s global giant is also working on an iPad/MacBook hybrid with an 18.8-inch internal display (when unfolded). The reports also suggest that the Cupertino-based company plans to incorporate radical changes to its product line, consisting of the iPad/Mac hybrid and foldable display. These changes will be brought in in small quantities. Inspired by the approach they applied to Vision Pro, then the company will have a detailed evaluation of how the customers are reacting to their newbies.
Jeff Pu, an analyst, hinted that among these exciting launches, the hybrid model will be the first to come to the limelight. The release of the hybrid model might befall in the second quarter of 2026. On the other hand, the rollout of the foldable iPhone will take place at the end of 2026. While it is expected by the second quarter, there are speculations regarding the market availability of the iPad/MacBook hybrid model. Neither the company nor the analyst has yet made any comments on it. However, the analyst has confirmed the company’s recent supply contract for the foldable iPhone panels.
More about the Apple Foldable: the story unfolds
Samsung was the trendsetter behind foldable phones. Since then, all the existing and upcoming rivals have been trying to modify the idea of foldable devices. Every other brand played the foldable game but not Apple. So, for those who are waiting for Apple’s ‘turn’ (and fold), 2026 is going to be crucial.
Apple’s First Foldable iPhone: How will it be?
We are still clueless about how the Apple foldables will compete with others. But, the nature of Apple to go beyond expectations fuels our hopes. The device may or may not look similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Flip with a top-down fold design. As the name suggests, the iPad/Mac hybrid is likely to appear either as an all-screen MacBook or a foldable iPad, or a grand blend.
What are people’s speculations on Apple?
Many tech news channels and pages reported that Apple has reportedly engaged with suppliers in Asia for manufacturing components for a device. As per the reports, the supply is for the project internally dubbed V68. The reports also claim that Apple’s foldable iPhone will integrate advanced artificial intelligence features, enhancing user experience and functionality.
Another significant ‘scandal’ is about the launch of foldables. The company featured its Apple Intelligence features during WWDC 2024. The event ended on a note that these upgrades will be included in the upcoming iPhone series. On the contrary, the reports say that Apple may delay the launch of Apple Intelligence. It might tune in to these features after the launch of iOS 18. It is also speculated that Apple Intelligence will feature in October with iOS 18.1. The advanced Apple Intelligence features will come by 2025 or after. Implying that these features may come in the new foldable.
The most important speculation among all of them is that if Apple delivers foldable devices with impressive features, it will outperform its competitors. The world will again be captivated by the flips and folds.
