New developments have emerged regarding Apple’s long-awaited foldable devices. According to information shared by analyst Jeff Pu, the company’s first two foldable models have entered the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase at Foxconn. This process is considered a critical phase where prototypes of the devices are created and tested.
Foldable iPhone will appear on this date
It was stated that Apple’s foldable devices will enter mass production in the second half of 2026. This indicates that a possible launch could take place in late 2026 or early 2027 at the earliest. Analyst Pu stated that the first prototypes will be ready in April.
Although technical details have not yet been finalized, it is estimated that Apple is working on both a foldable iPhone and a foldable iPad with a large screen. While the foldable iPhone is expected to have an 8-inch internal screen, it is said that the screen size of the foldable iPad could be up to 19 inches. This could be one of the largest portable screens Apple has ever introduced to the market.
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There are also estimates about the impact of Apple’s new foldable devices on sales. Jeff Pu claimed that a major increase in iPhone sales is not expected in 2025, but that the company’s sales revenues will increase significantly with the launch of foldable models in 2026.
Rumors about foldable iPhones and iPads have been on the agenda for a long time. However, these developments show that Apple has brought the project to a concrete stage and is preparing to enter the market. So what do you think about this? You can share your views with us in the comments section below.
