Apple's foldable iPhone could bring a surprising price tag.

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       Apple's foldable iPhone initiative has primarily existed in the realm of consumer tech speculation. However, industry insiders and analysts occasionally share snippets of information regarding it. The latest forecast comes from Ming-Chi Kuo, and it is not optimistic. In his recent note to investors, Kuo has projected a price range of approximately $2,000 to $2,500 for Apple's book-style foldable phone. In comparison, Samsung's newest foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, is priced at around $1,900. Kuo cites several factors contributing to the steep price. Firstly, he suggests that Apple has a specific brand image to uphold, and to maintain that status, the price will likely be higher than its competitors, provided Apple offers compelling hardware quality.

      

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      Next, this insider—who has had a varied success rate with prior Apple predictions—adds that interest in a foldable iPhone will remain strong, even though it may come at a higher cost to buyers.

      There are, however, several factors that could warrant this premium price. Kuo points out that Apple is pursuing a crease-less design for its foldable phone. To date, no smartphone manufacturer has entirely eliminated the crease, although Oppo’s Find N5 comes closest to achieving that goal. In addition, Apple aims for a premium construction that will utilize a titanium alloy for the chassis. The company may also adopt a stainless steel-titanium composite for specific internal components, similar to what is seen in the iPhone 16 Pro models.

      Moreover, the device is expected to be quite thin, measuring just 4.5-4.8mm when unfolded, which is comparable to the impressive Honor Magic V3 and Oppo's latest foldable. For battery technology, reports suggest Apple will use the same high-density formulation intended for the rumored iPhone 17 Air model.

      Nonetheless, everything is still tentative. Kuo mentions that the final specifications will be finalized in the second quarter of 2025, with mass production anticipated to commence in the last quarter of 2026. As for its market release, Apple’s foldable iPhone might become available in the second half of 2027, according to Kuo.

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

      

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