According to the news, Apple has begun to develop a small folding screen iPhone, which is expected to be launched in 2026

IT House

2024-07-23 22:26Posted on the official account of Shandong IT Home

IT Home reported on July 23 that, according to Digitimes, Apple is expected to launch its first folding screen iPhone in 2026. This will mark Apple's official foray into the foldable display phone space and a major overhaul of the iPhone lineup.

According to the report, Apple has been working on a foldable folding screen smartphone since 2024, which will be similar in size to the existing iPhone when unfolded. In recent years, Apple has been filing patents related to foldable products. In 2024, Apple began to develop folding screen phones and signed a panel supply contract with Samsung Display (SDC). Considering that Apple usually takes two years to develop a new product, this foldable iPhone is expected to be launched in 2026.

IT Home noted that there were previous rumors that Apple would first launch a foldable iPad to test the market response and accumulate sales experience, and then apply this technology to its main product, the iPhone. However, due to the challenges facing the Chinese smartphone market, Apple seems to have adjusted its plans and may launch the iPhone as its first foldable screen product.

According to 9to5Mac's analysis, applying folding screen technology to the iPhone first is more risky for Apple. That's because iPhone has a larger user base and influence than products like iPads or Macs. Still, given the importance of the Chinese market and the market trend of folding screen phones, Apple may accelerate the development of folding screen iPhones.

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