Apple changed its approach to creating a foldable iPhone smartphone

The head of Display Supply Chain Consultants and part-time analyst Ross Young claims that the folding iPhone may not be at all what many expect. It was previously reported that it will be a clamshell like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. According to new information, Apple is considering a different form factor.

What is known

According to Ross Young, the first folding iPhone will be made in a book format, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold and other similar devices. Allegedly, this decision is due to the growing popularity of devices with large screens. This is indirectly confirmed by the increase in the diagonal of the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max.

The release of the folding iPhone is expected in the second half of 2026. Analysts expect this to cause a 30% growth in the market for folding smartphones with a further annual increase of 20%. At the same time, there is still no specific information about Apple's folding smartphone, except for rumors and speculation. Will the company be able to offer something innovative in this segment – time will tell.