Apple to Launch First Foldable iPhone Tomorrow: Leaked Details Revealed
Apple is expected to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone tomorrow, with the company's annual launch event scheduled for September 9. While Apple has not officially confirmed the launch, leaks and speculation have revealed several details about the device.
The foldable iPhone is expected to have a design similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, with a regular-sized outer display for everyday use and a much larger screen that opens up when you unfold the phone. The outer display is expected to be around 5.3 to 5.5 inches, while the inner display could measure 7.7 to 7.8 inches.
The larger screen is expected to have a 4:3 aspect ratio, which could make the unfolded iPhone feel more like a small tablet than a very large phone. Apple is also said to be working on a new hinge and display setup to make the crease less noticeable.
Design and Features
One of the biggest compromises of the foldable iPhone could be Face ID. Reports suggest Apple may drop Face ID from the foldable because the TrueDepth camera system could be difficult to fit into such a thin body. Instead, Apple could bring back Touch ID, with the fingerprint sensor built into the side-mounted power button.
The cameras may not be as Pro as Apple's expensive and powerful Pro lineup. According to current leaks, the foldable could have two 48-megapixel rear cameras: a main camera and an ultra-wide camera. It might skip a dedicated telephoto camera, which you get on Apple's Pro models.
There could also be front-facing cameras on both the outer and inner displays, so you should be able to take selfies and make video calls whether the phone is folded or unfolded.
Specifications and Price
Under the hood, the foldable is expected to get Apple's next-generation A20-series chip, along with around 12GB of RAM. Storage options are tipped to start at 256GB, with 512GB and 1TB variants also reportedly in the works.
Apple could also use its next-generation C2 modem, although there are still conflicting reports about the exact modem configuration and 5G support. MagSafe could be included after all, which means you may still be able to use Apple's MagSafe chargers and other compatible accessories with the foldable.
However, the price of the foldable iPhone is expected to be anything but cheap. Reports suggest it will sit firmly in the Pro price category, with some estimates putting it even higher than Apple's most expensive Pro models. Current reports suggest that the foldable could start at around $2,000 or more, with the price going even higher for the top storage variant.
As for the sale, you might have to wait a little longer. Apple could announce the phone tomorrow but make customers wait before it actually goes on sale. Supply is also expected to be limited initially, as foldable displays and hinges are more difficult to manufacture at scale.
Do note that all these details are based on leaks and speculation. Apple has not officially confirmed the foldable iPhone, its name, or its specifications. But if the leaks are right, September 9 could mark one of the biggest editions the iPhone line-up in years.
