Foldable iPhone: Display Size and Launch Date Speculations
Hey there, tech enthusiasts! So, the rumor mill is buzzing again, and this time it's about a foldable iPhone. I know, I know, we've been hearing about it for ages, but this latest scoop has some interesting details.
Apparently, analysts at TrendForce, a Taiwanese research firm, believe the first foldable iPhone will sport a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer display. Now, that's a pretty decent size, if you ask me. It's big enough to enjoy videos and games, but still compact enough to fit in your pocket. And guess what? Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo mentioned those display sizes in March too! Could this mean it's actually happening?
Of course, there's always the chance that TrendForce is just echoing what Kuo said, but the fact that we're hearing it from multiple sources makes it seem more plausible. Just to give you some context, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 boasts an 8-inch inner screen and a 6.5-inch outer screen. So, Apple's foldable iPhone would be a tad smaller, but not by much.
What's even more interesting is the potential launch date. TrendForce suggests that Apple will likely unleash this foldable marvel in the second half of 2026. That means we could be seeing it as early as September of next year. I, for one, am really curious to see how Apple approaches the design and functionality of a foldable device.
And last week, Kuo dropped another bomb – the foldable iPhone (and Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8) will apparently feature a "crease-free" inner display. Yes, you heard that right. No more annoying crease down the middle! If the company achieves this, they'll do it by using a laser-drilled metal display plate, which can supposedly disperse the stress generated by bending. Sounds like some serious tech wizardry, doesn't it? I can't wait to see it myself.
Moreover, Kuo expects the foldable iPhone to feature two rear cameras, one front camera, and Touch ID on the power button instead of Face ID. The return of Touch ID, after all this time, is definitely something to look forward to!
It's all speculation at this point, of course, but it's fun to imagine what Apple might have in store for us. I hope I'm around to see it! What do you think? Are you excited about the prospect of a foldable iPhone? Let me know in the comments below!
Source: Mac Rumors