Apple hasn’t even launched its first foldable iPhone yet, but leaks about its successor have started making rounds on the internet. Tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS) today shared fresh details about the iPhone Ultra 2, the iPhone Air 3, and what the future of Apple’s ultra-thin phone lineup might look like.
iPhone Ultra 2 is already in the works
While the original iPhone Ultra is set to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup later in 2026, Apple is already thinking ahead. According to Digital Chat Station, the iPhone Ultra 2 has been confirmed internally, and it is expected to come with a wider folding screen compared to the first generation.
That said, don’t expect a completely new display panel right away. The leak suggests that the Ultra 2 will most likely reuse the same screen technology from the original iPhone Ultra.
Speaking of which, the latter is expected to feature a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch cover screen, a titanium build, and the new A20 Pro chip. It is also rumored to be just 4.5mm thin when unfolded, which would make it the thinnest foldable in the market.
iPhone Air 3 is in trouble before it even begins
The news around the iPhone Air line is far less encouraging. According to DCS, the iPhone Air 3 hasn’t started molding yet, and its entire future depends on how well the iPhone Air 2 performs commercially.
This matters because the original iPhone Air had a rough ride. Apple’s ultra-thin iPhone Air barely crossed 700,000 unit activations, even after multiple price cuts, according to earlier DCS claims. Supplier capacity was reportedly slashed by more than 80% after launch, and the phone is now widely believed to be out of production entirely.
Apple is pressing ahead with an iPhone Air 2 regardless and is targeting a Q1 2027 release with upgrades that include a second rear camera and a larger display. But if those improvements fail to move the needle on sales, the ultra-thin iPhone line could be scrapped altogether.
For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.
Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.
Comments