iPhone Fold will change the way we look at foldable smartphones

According to a report from Economic Daily News , the design of the iPhone Fold has been finalized and is currently in the pre-production stage. Sources from the supply chain said that Apple has completed the testing phase and is fine-tuning the final details of the iPhone Fold.

Apple is preparing to "change the game" with a foldable iPhone

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This is a positive sign that Apple is aiming to launch the iPhone Fold by the end of 2026. The report indicates that this project has been studied by Apple for more than 5 years but has only recently been approved for final hardware production. Suppliers are stockpiling components in preparation for upcoming large orders.

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Analysts predict that Apple could ship between 7 and 9 million iPhone Folds in the first year. If that happens, Apple could potentially capture 30 to 40 percent of the global foldable smartphone market, surpassing rivals like Samsung, Huawei, and Motorola in just a short time.

The launch of the iPhone Fold is expected to refresh the smartphone market, which has become boring. One of the notable points is the device's screen. While current foldable phones still have noticeable wrinkles, Apple is said to have found a way to completely eliminate this problem. If the iPhone Fold comes with a smooth and seamless screen, the product will solve one of the biggest complaints users have about this technology.

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In addition, the iPhone Fold is likely to share some features with the iPhone 17 Pro, including premium materials and cooling technology. Supply chain partners such as Samsung (display) and TSMC (chip) have joined the project, with other suppliers such as Shin Zu Shing (hinge) and Chi Hong (cooling system) also preparing for a busy year.

The appearance of the iPhone Fold is considered the biggest change in iPhone design since the iPhone X removed the Home button. Whether you like Apple or not, the launch of the product will certainly push other companies to upgrade their technology, thereby changing users' views on foldable smartphones.

If the tests go well, mass production could begin as early as this year, with an official launch expected in late 2025. More importantly, as suppliers start producing millions of iPhone Folds, it will become harder to keep the product design a secret.