According to industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple’s first foldable iPhone — expected to debut in 2026 or early 2027 — could end up costing substantially less to manufacture than previously estimated. The savings come from one of the most mechanically complex parts of the device: its folding hinge.

According to 9to5Mac, Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPhone could arrive with a premium price tag as part of the iPhone 18 lineup. Reports suggest that the device may feature a unique frame made from a combination of titanium and aluminium, offering both strength and lightweight durability.

We have been talking a lot about Apple’s rumoured foldable iPhone. As it is inching ever closer to reality, today’s leaks offer revealing insights into its battery size, possible pricing, and what might make it stand out.

Apple is reportedly developing a foldable iPhone that may launch in 2026, featuring a crease-free display and an estimated starting price of around RM8200 (USD1800).

Rumours of the Apple foldable iPhone have been everywhere for a long time. But today, renowned Apple analyst Ming‑Chi Kuo has revealed insights into Apple’s much-anticipated first foldable iPhone, outlining projected pricing, hardware specs, and launch timelines.

The Apple Watch was launched 10 years ago, and since then, it has only been compatible with an iPhone. Apple has received many requests to provide official support for Android, but to this day, it has not been heeded. This 10-year wait ends this year when the Vivo X Fold5 is launched.

While the Android phone brands are quite ahead with their foldable devices, Apple has yet to enter the game in this aspect. However, that could change as a new patent has been discovered, showcasing an Apple Watch with a foldable dual-screen display.

Apple is expected to introduce a phone with a foldable screen by the end of 2026. The iPhone is said to have a 7.8-inch Samsung-made inner screen without a fold effect and a 5.5-inch outer screen. Most recently, British Bank Barclays analyst Tim Long predicted that the selling price of this device could start at $2300 ( ~RM10191 ). So, what should you know about it?

While a few Android brands are already on full steam ahead with their foldable devices, Apple has yet to manufacture even one. However, Macrumors.com reported that 2026 could be the year when we see an Apple foldable device, which has been a constant rumour.

Rumours of an iPhone with a foldable screen began over two years ago after its introduction by Samsung, Huawei and Xiaomi. Now according to a report by The Information, an iPhone with a valve phone design like the Galaxy Z Flip will be available as early as 2026. Apple is said to have contacted several component manufacturers in Asia to offer the necessary hardware to make it a reality in that year.