Apple to launch foldable iPhone not flip in 2026

Apple is bringing its new smartphone in the foldable smartphone market. Rumors suggest that the Apple foldable phone may launch in the second half of 2026. Initially it was revealed that there will be a clamshell design similar to Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. Some different information comes from the recent insight of display industry expert Ross Young. Let us know about Apple’s foldable smartphone.

Apple’s sales will increase with foldable iPhone

Young’s AccordingApple’s first foldable iPhone is likely to get a large book style form factor like the Galaxy Z Fold series. This change is happening because foldable devices are becoming very popular among the users, which is seen from the increasing popularity of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold lineup. Apple’s entry into the foldable market is very important. This segment has seen continuous growth in the last few years. However, a slight slowdown is seen in 2023 and 2024. With the arrival of Apple, new features will come in the market and may attract more users.

A foldable iPhone with a larger form factor would allow Apple to better show off its design and software optimizations, offering a different experience than existing foldable phones. Apple’s sales are also expected to increase with the foldable iPhone. Currently, Android companies like Samsung, Google, OnePlus and Huawei are presenting their devices in the foldable market. However, due to the high price, they are beyond the reach of all users, due to which there has been no growth in the market.

Sources estimate that with the arrival of Apple, the foldable market may grow by 30 percent, followed by an annual growth of 20 percent. Apple’s first foldable iPhone could reinvent the category. Meanwhile, Apple is set to launch the iPhone 17 series in 2025, which will also include the new iPhone 17 Air, which is said to be the slimmest iPhone ever.