The tech world is buzzing again with rumors of a foldable iPhone, with reports suggesting Apple is actively developing prototypes of the much-anticipated device. While the company has remained tight-lipped, whispers and leaks have painted a picture of a clamshell-style foldable, potentially launching as soon as 2025.
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Apple is reportedly working on a foldable iPhone
Apple is reportedly developing prototypes for foldable iPhones and iPads. The foldable iPhone, resembling Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip series, could encounter hurdles in display design and thickness, while the foldable iPad aims to minimize creases and enhance the hinge.
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This isn’t the first time whispers of a foldable iPhone have circulated. Apple has filed numerous patents related to foldable displays, and analysts have predicted its arrival for years.
However, the company has so far stuck to its traditional slab-phone design, leaving competitors like Samsung and Huawei to dominate the foldable space. According to a report from The Information, Apple is working on prototypes for at least two iPhone models that fold clamshell-style widthwise.
The report suggests that a foldable iPhone won’t be released by the end of next year. It’s not part of the company’s mass production plans for 2024 or 2025. An another Rumors suggest Apple is developing a foldable iPad similar in size to an iPad Mini with an eight-inch display.
These renders showcase features like Face ID, a USB-C port, and wireless charging, but there’s no mention of durability. The foldable iPhone is expected to use the newest iOS version tailored for its unique foldable design.
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