Sources say Apple has begun developing a small foldable screen iPhone, which is expected to be launched in 2026

On July 23, Digitimes reported that Apple is expected to launch its first foldable screen iPhone in 2026. This will mark Apple’s official entry into the foldable display mobile phone field and is also a major innovation in the iPhone product line.

1. Apple has been developing a top-down foldable smartphone since 2024.

2. In 2024, Apple began to develop foldable screen mobile phones and signed a panel supply contract with Samsung Display (SDC).
3. Apple usually takes two years to develop new products, so this foldable iPhone is expected to be launched in 2026.
4. Previously there were rumors that Apple would launch a foldable iPad first and then apply this technology to the iPhone.
5. Due to challenges in the Chinese smartphone market, Apple seems to have adjusted its plans and may launch the iPhone as its first foldable screen product.
6. Applying folding screen technology to iPhone first is even riskier for Apple.
7. Considering the importance of the Chinese market and the market trend of folding screen phones, Apple may speed up the development of folding screen iPhones.

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