Apple is reportedly working on a foldable iPhone, with a potential release as early as 2026, according to The Information. The device is expected to feature a clamshell design similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip.
Earlier this year, The Information reported that Apple was developing two folding iPhone prototypes. The company now appears to have selected a design, referred to internally as “V68,” indicating it is in the development phase with suppliers.
The report suggests that Apple’s foldable iPhone will likely have a horizontal fold, akin to the Galaxy Z Flip, with Asian suppliers already engaged in component production. This represents significant progress despite previous challenges, such as eliminating visible creases.
This aligns with a recent DigiTimes report on Apple’s foldable phone plans. Apple may also be developing a MacBook-like foldable device, expected to ship in 2026, with a folding screen supplied by Samsung Display. The first foldable iPhone is anticipated to have dimensions similar to current iPhones when unfolded.
However, the foldable iPhone may be delayed until 2027 if it fails to meet Apple’s quality standards. Overall, a release is still a few years away, with no imminent launch expected.