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Samsung’s Display Panel for Foldable iPhone May Outshine Technology in Galaxy Z Fold Series

Samsung’s Display Panel for Foldable iPhone May Outshine Technology in Galaxy Z Fold Series

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Apple is believed to be working on its first foldable iPhone, and the flexible screen for the handset is said to be supplied by Samsung Display. A new rumour coming out of South Korea offers details about the display that could be featured in Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The screen is said to include a feature not found in Samsung’s own Galaxy Z Fold lineup. Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to be launched in 2026, possibly in September. iPhone Fold’s Samsung Display Could Be Advanced Than Galaxy Fold Tipster Yeux1122 on South Korean blog Naver said that Apple’s foldable iPhone is equipped with a new type of display that has never been installed in existing Samsung products. This new technology is said to achieve Apple’s desired levels of thickness, power-to-weight ratio, and reduce internal reflection (translated). Samsung’s panel made for the folding iPhone is said to have an integrated touch sensor. The design choice is said to trim the overall thickness by around 19 percent in comparison to the panel used in Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold …

Apple’s 20th Anniversary iPhone, Foldable iPhone Will Be Manufactured in China: Mark Gurman

Apple’s 20th Anniversary iPhone, Foldable iPhone Will Be Manufactured in China: Mark Gurman

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Apple is anticipated to introduce a significant redesign for the 20th-anniversary edition of its iPhone lineup, which is expected to launch in the second half of 2027. The Cupertino-based company will likely launch a unique flagship iPhone Pro model alongside a foldable iPhone. Now, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman states that Apple won’t be able to manufacture its foldable iPhone and the anniversary iPhone in India. The latter is expected to come with a hefty price tag. It will likely be constructed predominantly from glass. The New Apple Phones May Be Manufactured in China  Earlier this month, Mark Gurman reported that Apple is planning a significant overhaul for the 20th anniversary of iPhone, which will include a foldable variant and a “bold new Pro model” featuring a more glass-focused design. In his latest weekly Power On newsletter, the Bloomberg reporter claimed that Apple will stick to China for the production of its 20th anniversary iPhone models and foldable iPhone. Gurman stated that Apple won’t be able to manufacture all US-bound iPhone models in India by 2027. He added that …

Apple’s Foldable iPhone to Sport Display With Same Aspect Ratio as iPad Models, Tipster Claims

Apple’s Foldable iPhone to Sport Display With Same Aspect Ratio as iPad Models, Tipster Claims

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Apple is said to be working on a foldable iPhone, and details of the purported handset have been surfacing online over the past few months. A tipster has now shared details of the foldable iPhone’s display on Weibo, the Chinese microblogging website. While the dimensions of Apple’s foldable phone were previously leaked online by the same user, the latest information suggests that an iPhone with a folding screen could offer support for apps designed to run on an iPad. Foldable iPhone Display Specifications (Expected) A Weibo post by Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese) states that the Cupertino company’s foldable iPhone will sport a display with an “almost” 4:3 aspect ratio. Readers might recall that this is the same aspect ratio as the standard iPad model, the iPad Air, and the iPad Pro. The only exception is the iPad Mini, which has a smaller display. According to the tipster, Apple’s decision to equip the foldable iPhone with a display that has the same aspect ratio as the company’s iPad models, is to ensure software compatibility. …

Apple’s Foldable iPhone Tipped to Sport 7.74-Inch Inner Screen That ‘Unfolds Like iPad’

Apple’s Foldable iPhone Tipped to Sport 7.74-Inch Inner Screen That ‘Unfolds Like iPad’

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Apple is working on a foldable iPhone that could rival smartphones launched by companies like Samsung, Oppo, and Huawei, according to several reports. A tipster on Weibo, the Chinese microblogging platform, has now leaked details of the inner and outer displays on Apple’s purported foldable iPhone, which could arrive as a book-style foldable with an “unprecedented” screen ratio. The company has yet to announce any plans to launch a foldable smartphone, although it has been granted patents for technology that could be used in such devices. Apple’s Foldable iPhone Could Sport 5.49-Inch Cover Display In a post on Weibo, tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese) claims that Apple’s book-style foldable will resemble the Oppo Find N series, while sporting a shorter and thicker build. The user says that Apple will equip its folding phone with a 5.49-inch cover display, which also happens to be the same size as the outer screen on Oppo’s first generation Find N handset. Photo Credit: Screenshot/ Weibo   On the inside, the foldable iPhone will sport a 7.74-inch screen, …

Apple Secures Ultra-Thin Glass Supplier for Its Upcoming Foldable Device: Report

Apple Secures Ultra-Thin Glass Supplier for Its Upcoming Foldable Device: Report

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Apple’s foldable dreams will soon be turning to reality as the company is now on the hunt for component suppliers to build its first foldable. While it still isn’t clear as to what form this foldable device will take, there’s now a report that sheds light on the ultra-thin glass (UTG) supplier who has reportedly bagged a large chunk of orders for glass that will be used for its upcoming foldable. However, the display underneath the glass is still expected to be supplied by Samsung Display. A report by DigiTimes (via MacRumours) has revealed that Apple has locked down on one of many suppliers essential for building its first foldable device. The report claims that Apple has secured a deal with Chinese manufacturer Lens Technology, who will become the main supplier of ultra-thin glass, a very important component in any foldable device. Lens Technology is said to have bagged approximately 70 percent of Apple’s UTG orders, while US-based Corning will provide the necessary raw materials. What remains unclear is whether this order comprises multiple devices …

Apple’s Foldable iPhone Tipped to Launch in September 2026 With Cutting-Edge Technology

Apple’s Foldable iPhone Tipped to Launch in September 2026 With Cutting-Edge Technology

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Rumors about Apple’s first foldable iPhone have been circulating for quite some time. The Cupertino-based tech giant is reportedly gearing up to launch the device next year, following the lead of competitors like Samsung, Huawei, and Motorola. A reliable tipster has provided a new bit of information about the foldable iPhone. Apple’s foldable is said to use advanced displays supplied by Samsung Display and launch in 2026. Apple’s Foldable iPhone to Feature Cutting-Edge Technology Tipster Jukanlosreve (@Jukanlosreve) citing Korean news outlet Kipost states that Apple will start the production of its first foldable iPhone in May next year. It could be a book-style foldable phone resembling the design of Galaxy Z Fold series phones with a smaller external display for quick tasks and a larger internal screen that unfolds for a tablet-like experience. The purported foldable iPhone is said to go official in September 2026, presumably alongside the iPhone 18 lineup. Apple is said to have set a yearly production goal of 15-20 million units for the foldable handset. Like the recent iPhone lineups, Samsung Display is …

iPhone 17 Air to Be Priced Below Pro Models; Apple to Launch Foldable iPhone in 2026: Report

iPhone 17 Air to Be Priced Below Pro Models; Apple to Launch Foldable iPhone in 2026: Report

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iPhone 17 series is expected to hit the market in Fall 2025. Apple’s next-generation iPhone lineup is speculated to feature a new model in addition to the standard variants in the form of the iPhone 17 Air — a new handset with a slimmer profile and toned-down features. Now, a report suggests that this purported smartphone may be priced lower than the iPhone 17 Pro models. However, Apple may cut down on a marquee iPhone feature on its slim phone to achieve the same. Further, the Cupertino, California-based technology giant is developing two foldable devices with a targeted release in 2026. iPhone 17 Air According to a Wall Street Journal report, the iPhone 17 Air is aimed at reviving growth at the company. In recent years, the iPhone maker has offered incremental upgrades, but its purported Air model could be the first new iPhone introduced in the market since the iPhone 14 Plus in 2022. As the name suggests, the iPhone 17 Air is reported to be thinner than the approximately 8-millimetre profile of the …

Apple Could Be Working on a Triple-Folding iPhone; Patent Suggests

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Apple has long been rumoured to be working on a foldable iPhone. Multiple patent applications filed by the company have pointed towards this direction, although a possible date of launch still remains unconfirmed. However, a new move by the Cupertino-based tech giant highlights that a foldable iPhone design might be closer than expected. The company has updated an older patent to mention several new intricacies in the design and the application of the technology for a foldable smartphone. Apple Patent Describes a Triple-Folding iPhone The patent application was filed with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) with application number 20240310942 and titled “Electronic Devices With Display And Touch Sensor Structures”. Originally, it highlighted touch sensor structures placed within a display, but now the tech giant has made several changes to increase the scope of the application. Apple patent showcasing the three foldable displays of the smartphonePhoto Credit: Patently Apple   First spotted by Patently Apple, one of the biggest inclusions is the addition of an “outer display” alongside the larger internal display panel. Further, …

Apple Wins Patent for Foldable Device Display With ‘Self-Healing’ Layer: How It Works

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Apple has been granted a patent for a new display technology that uses a self-healing layer to rectify damage to the screen — without any interaction from the user. The patent, titled ‘Electronic Devices with Flexible Display Cover Layers’ describes the company’s concept for a foldable display that can mitigate the effect of dents and scratches on the screen. It’s currently unclear whether Apple plans to introduce the flexible display layer on a future product, such as a foldable phone. Apple wins patent for foldable display with self-healing layer  According to details shared in US patent 11991901 (via Patently Apple) that was granted to Apple on Tuesday, the company has described an electronic device that is equipped with a hinge, allowing it to be bent — this sounds similar to existing foldable smartphones today. Like other folding phones, the patent suggests that such a device would also need a display cover layer with a flexible portion, in addition to more rigid sections. While the technology described by Apple so far might be familiar to technology enthusiasts …

Patents Reveal Apple Could Be Working on Clamshell Foldable With an Interesting Hinge Design: Report

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Compared to what other smartphone brands have on offer, Apple seems to be far behind the competition when it comes to foldables. The Cupertino giant has yet to launch or even showcase its first ever foldable device with a folding display while other brands have at least one foldable model in their existing lineup of smartphones. Recent rumours have pointed out that Apple is working on bigger foldable devices, with the latest report pointing towards the development of a foldable MacBook laptop with a 20-inch display. A more recent report pointed out that Apple’s iPhone has been delayed to 2027 and even goes on to claim that Vision Pro staff have now been directed to work on the foldable device instead. Now, an older patent which was filed last year, has been published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), suggesting that Apple is indeed working on clamshell foldable designs. The patent (US 20240147644 A1) was filed in October last year and was published by the USPTO on May 2, 2024. According to a …