Foldable iPhones are still "stuck" with the folding mechanism issue.

Apple's first foldable iPhone has long been a topic of great interest to the tech world and users worldwide.

However, Apple's biggest ambition – creating a foldable iPhone with a completely crease-free screen – seems yet to be realized, even though the company is reportedly planning to launch such a product in the near future.

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Apple is still struggling with the "crease-free" design problem.

The main reason Apple has spent years experimenting and not rushing to release a foldable iPhone lies in its product philosophy. Instead of following the beaten path, Apple wants to create a groundbreaking device where the foldable screen is seamless, without any visible creases – an inherent "weakness" of current foldable phones.

However, according to recent leaks, Apple is still in the testing phase for various foldable screen solutions. Despite its determination, the company has yet to find a technology perfected enough to completely eliminate the crease on the screen. Apple is reportedly still hoping to achieve this goal before the expected launch date, possibly around September, but the likelihood of success remains uncertain.

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The pressure of competition is increasing.

While Apple is still experimenting, Chinese smartphone manufacturers are not standing still either. Many companies are reportedly researching crease-free foldable screens and are ready to commercialize them if the supply chain allows. This raises the possibility that Chinese companies could "cross the finish line" before Apple in the race to create truly seamless foldable displays.

On Samsung's side, the new generation of Galaxy Z Fold is also constantly being improved. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to have a significantly less pronounced crease compared to the highly-rated Galaxy Z Fold 7. This means that the appearance of a foldable iPhone will coincide with the most intense competition in the foldable phone market.

Do foldable iPhones really need to be "crease-free"?

A major question is whether foldable iPhones really need a completely crease-free screen. In fact, with current high-end foldable phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the crease is almost invisible during normal use. Users only notice the crease when viewing the screen at an angle under bright light; in everyday use, this factor hardly affects the experience.

Therefore, many argue that Apple is setting too high a standard for an element that isn't really necessary. Over-focusing on a "foldless" display may have caused Apple to delay the foldable iPhone for too long, while the market is rapidly evolving and competitors' technology is becoming increasingly sophisticated.

What does the future hold for foldable iPhones?

With a rumored deadline of 2026, the ambition to completely eliminate the crease on foldable iPhones is becoming increasingly difficult. If Apple doesn't make a more realistic decision soon, it's highly likely that it will continue to let competitors pull ahead in the foldable phone segment – where competition is hotter than ever.

According to Phone Arena

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