News about Apple’s plans of a foldable device have been swirling in recent times. While major OEMs have amped up their efforts in the foldable segment, the Cupertino-based tech giant is taking a cautious approach. Industry insiders have repeatedly tipped a 2026 launch timeframe of the first Apple foldable whereas notable analyst Kuo claimed recently that a foldable MacBook could arrive in 2027. Now, tipster Revegnus has shared a new development citing a senior Apple official on the company’s foldable plans.
Apple’s foldable could arrive in 2026
As per a senior Apple official quoted by AlphaBiz, the company has confirmed the release of its foldable iPhone for 2026 after careful consideration. This is said to be quite later than an expected release. The official added that it will be thinner and lighter than competitors. This along with display crease marks is the main pain point for brands in the foldable segment. Apple aims to overcome this issue.
The tipster also says that Apple could incorporate cutting-edge technologies in the first-generation foldable iPhone due to a delayed release. This will be important for the company to differentiate its offering from the competitors in the market.
A previous report claimed that Apple has been working on its first foldable device for at least five years. Samsung pioneered the segment in 2019 and has come a long way since. The Cupertino-based tech giant usually takes its time with new launches. The company is yet to make its foray into the GenAI space that is widely expected to be unveiled later this year.
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