Significant Apple foldables could be coming in the near future.

      A foldable MacBook may be just under two years away

      Apple could potentially enter the foldable market as soon as 2026. A significant leak has revealed possible details regarding the company's future devices. Noted leaker Jukanlosreve recently posted on X that Apple is planning to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, followed by a foldable iPad or MacBook in 2027. The source indicated that Apple is prioritizing larger designs for the foldable iPhone, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold, One Plus Fold, or Google Pixel Fold, while there is less emphasis on smaller models akin to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip. It is important to note that all this information is based on rumors and should not be considered definitive regarding Apple's device plans.

      According to a recent research summary on Apple’s foldable iPhone supply chain, the anticipated dimensions of the foldable iPhone are 9.2 mm when folded and 4.6 mm when flat. Apple is likely to implement its own design for the device’s hinge, which will be located on the left rear side. The internal display is said to resemble "two 6.1-inch phones folded together," which translates to just over 12 inches in width.

      The source revealed that Apple aims to ship between 8 and 10 million units of this new iPhone design in 2026, increasing to 20 million units in 2027. While this is modest compared to its traditional devices, it is expected given the introduction of a new product. Apple is anticipated to collaborate exclusively with Foxconn for production in 2026 and to add Luxshare to the production line in 2027 to meet growing demand.

      The foldable iPhone is likely to feature a single front camera and dual rear cameras, including a main and an ultra-wide lens. Tech Radar pointed out that limiting the number of lenses may serve as a cost-saving strategy for what is expected to be a high-priced device.

      The foldable iPhone is projected to have a battery capacity of 5,000mAh, which is not only significantly larger than the iPhone 16 Pro Max's battery of 4,685mAh but also exceeds the Galaxy Z Fold 6's battery at 4,400mAh.

      Furthermore, the foldable iPhone may serve as a testing ground for future foldable iPad or MacBook devices. Previous rumors have suggested Apple's plans for a large 20-inch foldable device. Initial speculation indicated a foldable MacBook may be released between 2026 and 2027, while Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has suggested a possible foldable iPad launch around 2028. The actual launch timeline, however, remains to be seen.

      Fionna Agomuoh is a computing writer at Digital Trends, covering a variety of topics in the field.

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