Apple Foldable iPhone Ultra Rumors Point to September 2026 Launch with Book-Style Design |
CUPERTINO, Calif. — Apple is preparing its first foldable iPhone for a potential September 2026 launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, with rumors indicating the device may carry the name iPhone Ultra and feature a book-style folding design.
The device, widely referred to in reports as the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, has entered trial production at Foxconn, according to multiple supply chain updates from April 2026. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported in early April that the foldable remains on track for the company's normal iPhone launch window despite earlier concerns over manufacturing challenges.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has forecasted Samsung Display supplying crease-free foldable panels with annual capacity for 7-8 million units to support the project. The foldable is expected to feature a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen in a wider, squat form factor with a 4:3 aspect ratio similar to an iPad.
Dummy models leaked by Sonny Dickson and other sources show a shorter, chunkier design when closed. The hinge is rumored to use liquid metal technology, aiming for a minimal or invisible crease when unfolded. Reports highlight Apple's focus on durability and a premium build.
Pricing speculation centers above $2,000, positioning the device as a high-end model that could exceed current Pro Max variants. Some estimates place it in the $2,000 to $2,500 range,........