Apple is responsible for the launch of premium and flagship devices. However, one drawback remains. The tech giant is yet to launch a foldable smartphone. However, an analyst in Halfil claimed that Tim Cook's company is planning to enter the foldable market within the next two years. In this case, it is known that a 7.9-inch foldable iPhone will be launched by 2026. which will offer a 'wrap around' design to give a unique experience from other foldable devices in the market. This is discussed in detail below…
Apple will launch the first foldable iPhone with a 'wrap around' design in 2026
Android companies like OnePlus, Oppo, Samsung, Vivo have already unveiled multiple foldable devices. But on the contrary, an older, experienced and technologically advanced brand like Apple has yet to launch a foldable phone.
However, a recent report by analyst Jeff Pu has given Apple fans hope. According to reports, Tim Cook's company is currently working on a foldable device with a large display. The upcoming iPhone is likely to be launched in two years and its exterior design will be inspired by the existing Huawei Mate Xs 2. Notably, the Huawei branded foldable handset offers an outward folding display.
In this regard, the report clearly states that the upcoming foldable Apple iPhone will offer a 'wrap around' or 360-degree hinge design. That is, the convenience of keeping the phone wrapped on the wrist or anywhere will be available. This design will provide seamless viewing experience. This innovation is expected to set a new standard in the foldable industry.
Meanwhile, the foldable iPhone is also said to come with a 7.9-inch display. Which will make the device quite compact and portable.
Incidentally, both Jeff Pu and Ming-Chi Kuo (Ming-Chi Kuo) analysts recently claimed that in addition to the 7.9-inch iPhone model, Apple is also working on a 20.3-inch hybrid foldable device. Which will be launched in 2025 maybe. The upcoming tablet may offer similar design and functionality to the existing Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold. Notably, the Lenovo branded device offers the combined functionality of both a tablet and a laptop.
