As part of the development of iOS 27 Apple will prioritize software features for the “iPhone Fold” that tailored specifically to this new form factor,” Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says in his latest “Power On” newsletter.
He offered no specifics on what the features might be. There’s also the question of how users of others iPhones will react to an operating system update tailored mainly to what’s likely be a niche product. Why niche? The “iPhone Fold” is anticipated to cost around US$2,000.
About the ‘iPhone Fold’
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has said that Apple is expected to adopt SDC’s (Samsung Display) crease-free display solution rather than its own design. The goal is to ensure stable mass production of the foldable iPhone in the second half of 2026.
“The primary cause of creasing in foldable phone displays is stress concentration at the fold points during repeated bending, which leads to material fatigue and permanent deformation,” he writes. “A metal plate helps distribute and control bending stress, preventing the display material from exceeding its elastic limit and thereby minimizing the likelihood of creases. The metal plate must be highly integrated with the display design. Therefore, SDC’s crease-free solution for Apple includes a metal plate designed and manufactured by Fine M-Tec.”
Gurman has said that the “iPhone Fold” will offer two key advantages over other foldable smartphones
One: the “iPhone Fold” will have a “nearly invisible” crease when unfolded for an uninterrupted viewing experience. Two: much higher-quality hinge” compared to some other foldable smartphones.
As for other rumors about the iPhone Fold, it will feature two screens with different resolutions, according to Digital Chat Station He/she says the inner display will be approximately 7.76 inches with a resolution of 2,713 x 1,920 and feature “under-screen camera technology.” The outer display will purportedly be 5.49 inches with 2,088 x 1,422 resolution and will have a punch-hole camera.
On a final note, there are conflicting rumors about whether or not the iPhone Fold will have Face ID.
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