In view of 2026, the attention of technology enthusiasts is entirely focused on Apple’s first foldable iPhone, a revolutionary device.
The latest rumors, corroborated by detailed renderings, confirm that the Cupertino giant is ready to present an innovative product, not only for the design but also for the market strategy that will accompany its launch.
According to the most reliable sources, Apple will launch one in 2026 line-up reduced to just three smartphones: the iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro Max and the highly anticipated iPhone Fold. This choice represents a turning point compared to previous years, in which basic versions and Air variants were also envisaged. The decision to focus on a few high-end models also explains the huge technological updates introduced in the current iPhones, in view of a more selected and premium offering for next year.
This strategy appears to be aimed at consolidating Apple’s position in the high-end smartphone market, focusing on innovation and quality rather than a wide range of products.
Design and technical features of the foldable iPhone
The images that have emerged in recent weeks show a device with a new appearance compared to the foldable ones currently on the market. THE’iPhone Fold it appears wider and lower, with an almost square internal display with a 4:3 ratio, similar to that of the first Pixel Fold. The horizontal band dedicated to the rear cameras, equipped with two sensors, contributes to an elegant and functional design.
The device will be available in at least two colors, black and white, and the price in the United States is estimated between 2,000 and 2,500 dollars, placing it in the premium range of foldable smartphones. Apple has been working for some time to minimize the crease of the display, using a metal plate structure and high-tech materials for the hinge, to ensure greater durability and a better viewing experience.
From a technical point of view, the foldable will have a 5.5-inch external display and a large 7.8-inch internal screen. The device, when closed, will have a thickness of approximately 9 millimeters, which will reduce to 4.5 mm once opened. The absence of Face ID is notable, replaced by one Touch ID integrated into the top of the device. Furthermore, Apple is expected to adopt high-density batteries, most likely based on silicon-carbon, to ensure long battery life.
The release date is set for September 2026, although the final commercial name of the product has not yet been made official.
Since the launch of the first iPhone in 2007, Apple has dominated the smartphone market with over 2.2 billion devices sold as of 2018. The company has been able to anticipate and create trends, imposing high standards in terms of design, performance and safety.
In recent years, competition in the foldable device industry has intensified, with Samsung, Huawei and Google introducing flexible models with different formats. However, Apple’s entry into this segment is considered a decisive step to redefine the category, thanks to consolidated experience in hardware and software design.
The new iPhone Fold therefore promises to combine aesthetics, functionality and technological innovation, with an eye to the needs of a premium clientele that pays attention to details. The device will be one of the key elements of Apple’s strategy for 2026, along with the Pro models of the iPhone 18 series.
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