Apple plans a book-style foldable iPhone for 2026 that targets a more mature foldable market and may include Touch ID and a smaller external display than the iPhone 16. The design will resemble existing book-style foldables and aims to reduce crease visibility using in-cell touch technology and improved hinge materials. Industry estimates put folded thickness at roughly 9–9.5mm and unfolded thickness around 4.5–4.8mm, placing it close to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 measurements. Small differences in thickness and feel could shape consumer preference in a competitive segment.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has reported multiple times that the first Apple foldable will be similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series. It will also come close to the book-style foldable's design in terms of thickness and crease visibility. According to industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo , the iPhone Fold could measure between 9- and 9.5mm when folded, and around 4.5- to 4.8mm when unfolded.
The iPhone Fold could come close to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 in terms of thickness. Apple's first foldable iPhone might bring Touch ID back to iPhones. It is rumored to sport a smaller display than the iPhone 16. Apple is reportedly set to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in 2026. Ahead of the big iPhone 17 launch, more details about the long-rumored iPhone Fold have emerged.
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