Apple’s Foldable iPhone Finally Takes Shape

iPhone Fold: Following years of rumors, Apple’s foldable iPhone, or iPhone Fold, is said to be picking up pace, and recent whispers point toward a dramatic design revamp. According to recent news, the company is leaving behind its iconic features and making daring decisions that will potentially redefine the foldable phone market. Though still on the down-low officially, trusted insiders and supply chain rumors point toward the company slowly working its way toward a public launch.

A New Camera and Display Approach

The iPhone Fold will bring a new book-like form factor with twin screens. The external screen could feature a punch-hole design, the first time on any iPhone, marking the end of the notch and Dynamic Island era. Even bolder is the under-display camera for the internal screen, which would deliver seamless viewing. This would put Apple in the ranks of a handful of firms willing to try it with boldness.

Touch ID Returns But with a Twist

Though Face ID won’t fit within the compact interior of the foldable, Apple is said to be reinstating Touch ID with a side-mounted power button. That tactic follows the iPad Air and is practical for a foldable device, where interior real estate is limited. It’s an unusual move back toward biometric simplicity for a company famous for its complicated Face ID implementation.

Production Timeline Suggests Progress

Several industry observers think Apple is speeding things up. Insider Ming-Chi Kuo indicates hardware decisions should be made by June, and Jeff Pu reports the phone has already moved into the New Product Introduction (NPI) stage at Foxconn. If all goes according to plan, mass production may start by the fourth quarter of 2026, setting a launch for later next year.

Premium Pricing for a Premium Experiment

The iPhone Fold won’t be cheap. Rumored prices sit between $2,000 and $2,300, and that’s firmly ultra-premium. But with the hype and Apple’s devoted fan base, this price may not be a deterrent for early adopters wanting innovation and exclusivity in one product.

Apple Isn’t Just Joining, It’s Redefining the Game

Instead of hurrying to be the first, Apple seems to be being methodical, one of refinement rather than speed. These early rumors hint that the company isn’t merely playing catch-up with the foldable phenomenon, but redefining what it means to have a foldable iPhone. The next few months will tell whether Apple can fold the future to its specifications.