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Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Still on Track for September Debut
MacRumors • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple's first foldable iPhone is still on track for a September 2026 debut, according to a report from China Securities Journal citing Apple suppliers, despite rumors of delays.
- Components for the foldable iPhone have begun shipping in small batches, with the device expected to be unveiled alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
- Some engineering challenges remain, particularly with the hinge mechanism's durability, though Apple is known for strict quality standards and may still resolve these issues before launch.
- The foldable iPhone is rumored to feature a 7.8-inch inner display, a 5.5-inch cover display, the A20 chip, Touch ID instead of Face ID, two rear cameras, and a price around $2,000, possibly branded as the "iPhone Ultra."
- Apple may stagger the release of its new iPhone models, with the regular iPhone 18 potentially launching in spring 2027, while the foldable iPhone could debut in fall 2026.
