Apple faces challenges with foldable iPhones.

(Dan Tri Newspaper) - Although its competitors have gone through many generations of foldable smartphones, Apple is still persevering with its "slow but steady" approach.

Apple has yet to resolve the folding issue on the foldable iPhone product it is developing (Illustrative image: ST).

The latest leaks suggest that the American tech giant is facing immense technical challenges in creating a flawless foldable iPhone.

Desire for a "perfectly flat" screen.

While the market has become accustomed to foldable smartphones with slight creases at the hinge – including the latest models like the Galaxy Z TriFold – Apple refuses to compromise.

According to Digital Chat Station , the biggest obstacle preventing the iPhone Fold from launching is the fold itself.

Apple is reportedly testing various types of ultra-flexible glass (UFG). Their goal is clear: when unfolded, the screen must be completely flat, leaving no visible seams.

This is a rigorous standard of aesthetics and durability that no manufacturer in the world has yet been able to perfectly optimize.

If these tests are successful, users can expect a historic shift in Apple's product lineup in 2026.

According to experts, Apple may unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and the flagship iPhone Fold in September 2026; the standard iPhone 18 version is expected to appear in March 2027.

The split launch schedule suggests that Apple may be aiming to position the iPhone Fold in a "super premium" segment, far surpassing the current Pro line.

It's not just about folding, it's about being "flawless".

Beyond simply eliminating the crease, the iPhone Fold is expected to be the pioneering device that eradicates the "notch" or "Dynamic Island." Apple is striving to place the camera under the screen, transforming the future iPhone into a truly seamless, unblemished display.

However, the device's official name remains a mystery. "iPhone Fold" sounds plausible but is a bit too "commonplace" compared to the company's traditional naming convention.

Many experts predict that Apple may introduce a new name for its foldable iPhone.

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