Key Points –
- Ming-Chi Kuo’s statement says the Apple Foldable iPhone will have a 7.8-inch display and Touch ID.
- The foldable iPhone could launch in late 2026, priced around $2,000-$2,500.
According to a recent update by TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple might just be finally stepping into the foldable phone market with its first foldable iPhone that is expected to launch between late 2026 and early 2027.
Since the strong Samsung dominated foldable market, we all have been anticipated looking forward to Apple Foldable iPhone. Here’s everything we know so far about the foldable iPhone including its design, features, pricing and more.
Apple Foldable iPhone Release Date and Price
Apple foldable iPhone is said to be unveiled between late 2026 and early 2027. The expected price range would be around $2,000 and $2,500 which would make it one of the most expensive foldable devices on the market.
In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is priced around $1,899, positioning Apple’s foldable as a premium product.
Design and Display
The Apple foldable iPhone will feature a book-style design with a 7.8-inch crease-free inner display and a 5.5-inch outer display. One of the standout features is its slim profile, measuring 4.5-4.8mm when unfolded and 9-9.5mm when folded, making it one of the thinnest foldable devices available.
We might just expect top notch build quality as it would most probably be a stainless steel and titanium alloy hinge paired paired with a titanium casing as per Kuo.
Kuo also mentions Apple employing a high-density battery like the iPhone 17 though it is still unclear if it will feature silicon-carbon cells or higher-capacity lithium-polymer batteries.
Camera and Hardware
The Apple foldable iPhone might just come with only two rear cameras compared to other foldable in the market that comes with three rear cameras. Although rest assured – we can still expect Apple to deliver high quality camera performance with fewer lenses as it has always been.
The device will integrate a Touch ID fingerprint sensor into the power button. This could likely be due to design constraints that prevents the inclusion of Face ID, as noted by Kuo.
AI and Software Features
Apple is marketing this phone as a “True AI-driven iPhone.” It is expected to offer robust multimodal functionality and cross-app integration. Kuo believes that by the time of its official announcement, Apple Intelligence features will be rolled out to enhance this AI experience across a multitude of compatible products.
Production and Market Impact
Apple plans to produce 3-5 million units in the first generation, with projections for the second generation potentially reaching 20 million units by 2027. The limited production run and high price point indicate that Apple is testing the waters before committing to a larger rollout.
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