Apple has placed an order for the production of 10 million foldable iPhones.

Production of foldable iPhones may increase more than previously expected. Photo: MacRumors .

According to Nikkei Asia , Apple has asked its suppliers to prepare to produce around 10 million foldable iPhones this year, an increase from the forecast of around 7-8 million a few months ago.

The company has pre-ordered components and parts for a total of 80 million iPhones set to launch in the second half of 2026, including the iPhone Pro, iPhone Pro Max, and the first foldable iPhone, possibly named iPhone Ultra.

iPhone production in 2026, including both existing and upcoming models, will far exceed 220 million units, because Apple has greater negotiating power than most competitors in sourcing memory and components.

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Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra in September. A foldable iPhone may reach consumers after the iPhone 18 Pro models, although it is still expected to be available this year.

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