Apple CEO Tim Cook recently graced the cover of Vanity Fair, donning the newly released Vision Pro headset, while the article hinted at secret rooms in Apple’s Infine Loop park where “foldable iPhones” were envisioned.
Despite over five years passing since Samsung’s first foldable smartphone, a recent report suggests a foldable Apple device might emerge in 2026 or 2027, with an 8-inch display.
The purpose remains unclear – whether a foldable iPhone or an iPad Mini replacement with an 8.3-inch display.
Industry sources claim Samsung and LG sent foldable display samples to Apple, fueling speculation about two potential form factors.
Although no concrete evidence exists, the report suggests a larger iPad Pro with a 20-inch foldable display could follow, possibly aligning with the 20th anniversary of the iPhone in 2027.
The ongoing foldable iPhone saga has seen various speculations, including Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman’s report three years ago and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo’s evolving timelines.
Patents, like the one approved in March 2023, add to the mystery, featuring a self-retracting mechanism.
As the truth remains guarded within Apple’s secret rooms, the prospect of a foldable device remains uncertain.
