Apple's First Foldable iPhone Expected in 2026: report

According to a new report, Apple plans to introduce a foldable iPhone by 2026, according to a new report. The foldable iPhone will resemble the Samsung Galaxy Z flips, folding across its width.

The report states that Apple has moved past the ideation stage and is engaging suppliers in Asia for components. Alongside, a camera upgrade is expected, featuring an adjustable aperture for depth-of-field effects.

As Apple gears up for this innovation, the focus remains on enhancing AI features and cameras in the upcoming iPhone 16 and 17 models. The foldable market is growing, and Apple is set to enter this established arena by 2026.

It is rumored that iPhone Flip will give the facelift to the smartphone market by coming with this clamshell design similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip model. Other rumors suggest that it would be available with a 7.5-inch or 8-inch display when unfolded and a conveniently sized small display on the outside. Additionally, the iPhone Flip is speculated to launch with an enhanced version of its Ceramic Shield to attract more eyeballs; this version would focus on durability features and eliminate visible scratches or dents. Style merged with power will undoubtedly result in making the iPhone Flip one of the most eagerly awaited foldable smartphones.

Apple's Next-Gen iPhones: Foldable Innovation and Camera Enhancements Lead the Way"?

Besides a foldable device, which has already been anticipated, Apple is said to be focused on delivering major improvements to cameras and a thinner look for its future iPhones.

Presently, the company is working on a mechanical aperture system for at least one of the models that will make up the 2025 iPhone series. With this technology in place, users could adjust how much light is let into the camera; the function would allow professional photography by adjusting the depth of field.

Further, rumors are that Apple is in search of a thinner design on the iPhone as early as 2025, which may again redefine form factors on the smartphone.