Apple Set to Enter Foldable Market with Ultra-Thin iPhone Ultra in 2026

53 articles · Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Apr 16

Apple is preparing to launch its first foldable iPhone, likely named the iPhone Ultra, with a planned release in late 2026.
The device features a 7.8-inch crease-free internal display, ultra-thin 4.5mm design when unfolded, titanium hinge, and dual 48MP cameras.
Priced from $1,999, the iPhone Ultra targets the premium market and could reshape expectations for foldable smartphones with Apple’s engineering innovations.

Can Apple’s foldable iPhone really deliver a near-invisible crease and unmatched durability, or will technical hurdles hold it back at launch?

With a price above $2,000 and missing features like Face ID and telephoto lens, will Apple’s foldable truly appeal to mainstream users?

Could the rapid growth of the ultra-thin glass market create supply shortages or quality issues as Apple and competitors ramp up foldable production?

As competitors like Huawei and Oppo debut advanced foldables earlier, can Apple’s late entry still set the benchmark for the category?

Will Apple’s focus on iPad-like multitasking in its foldable finally make foldable phones a productivity tool, or is it just marketing hype?

What are the environmental and supply chain risks if foldable phones become the new mainstream, given their reliance on rare advanced materials?