iPhone Fold: 3 technologies Apple is reportedly using to (finally) kill the crease
Tom's Guide • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is expected to launch its long-rumored foldable iPhone, possibly called the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, later this year, with a focus on eliminating the display crease.
- The crease issue has been addressed using a combination of a new titanium and liquid metal hinge, multiple layers of ultra-thin glass with variable thickness, and a sophisticated optically clear adhesive (OCA) to reduce stress and visible creases.
- The foldable display panel is reportedly designed by Apple and manufactured by Samsung Display, featuring a thinner center for bendability and thicker edges for impact resistance.
- The iPhone Fold is predicted to debut in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, with a premium price tag expected to exceed $2,000, positioning Apple to potentially dominate the foldable phone market.
- Software optimization will be crucial, with a possible preview of foldable-related features during the iOS 27 reveal at WWDC 2026 in June.
