iPhone Fold expected to launch in 2026 but ship in 2027, says Kuo
Apple’s first foldable iPhone is widely rumored to debut next year at the fall iPhone event, but a new report suggests shipments may be delayed until 2027.
The iPhone Fold, which is what we’re calling it for now, is reportedly behind schedule, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
Kuo said in a research note that Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to face early-stage yield issues along with other manufacturing challenges ahead of mass production. While Apple remains on track to announce the iPhone Fold in the second half of 2026, Kuo cautions that smooth shipments may not begin until 2027.
He added that supply is likely to remain constrained through the end of 2026, even as demand stays strong. Separately, a recent report claims that the iPhone Fold could help drive growth in the foldable smartphone market next year.
The iPhone Fold is expected to cost around $2,400 in the US and feature a 5.8-inch cover screen alongside a 7.58-inch inner flexible panel.
Reader comments
- Lordvoldemor
- pMQ
Do you really live in this world? In which world console gaming is dying? Same with flagship phones, I don't know where you are from but I see only flagship smartphones around me. Iphone fold would be a success and its price point would be...
- Anonymous
- dWx
1:1 is a horrible aspect ratio, it requires from developers to recreate theeir UIs. Terrible decision from android. There is a reason why android foldables went nowhere. Apple will have support from the get go. Thousands of apps native support, ...
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