You may have noticed Samsung and other brands release foldable smartphones. Consequently, you might be wondering, “When will Apple launch one?”
After all, the company promotes innovation with its slogan, “Think Different.” Yet, Apple might have valid reasons for not entering the trend immediately.
This article will discuss why Apple has not released an “iPhone Fold.” Also, we will cover some of its rumored features according to long-time tech insiders.
Why don’t we have an iPhone Fold yet?
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Apple prioritizes innovation and quality but wants its products to solve problems. Will having a foldable smartphone improve user experience?
The whole point of such products is that they let users expand their phone screen size. As a result, your smartphone could become as wide as a tablet whenever you want.
For example, Apple could create an “iPhone Flip” that offers a large screen while remaining pocket-friendly.
Also, the tech giant could release an “iPhone Fold” akin to an iPad Mini that folds in half to mimic the iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Surprisingly, it could create a rollable smartphone that unfurls like an expanding window shade. After all, Lenovo plans to launch such devices in the future.
Apple will also have to figure out how to manufacture millions of foldable iPhones for customers. Also, it must ensure consistent quality for these devices.
A glaring issue with foldable smartphones is that they have too many moving parts. As a result, they are more likely to break quicker than regular phones.
For example, the journalists who reviewed the original Samsung Galaxy Fold noted its hinge and display failed.
The hinge divides the screen, leaving a noticeable gap between them. As a result, it may put off some people who want a good-looking device.
What might an iPhone Fold look like?
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Apple fans always look out for the company’s latest products. Often, they share rumors about potential launches based on overall tech trends.
For example, digital influencer Jon Prosser said Apple tested two versions of a foldable iPhone. The first one looked like a fold-out tablet similar to the Z Fold.
Meanwhile, the other had a clamshell design akin to the Galaxy X Flip. According to the Apple product blog PatentlyApple, the company had a patent that describes a foldable feature.
It allegedly describes a flexible display that clamps shut but leaves a strip exposed at the bottom. That part enables easy access to contextual information, like the MacBook’s Touch Bar.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo often provides reliable insights into Apple’s plans and said the iPhone Fold would probably launch in 2025.
Conclusion
Apple is unlikely to release a foldable smartphone unless it sees more practical uses for the folding feature. Still, it may surprise the world with an iPhone Fold soon!
The company does not share details about a product that is not ready for launch. Make sure you are the first to know when it confirms the release of the iPhone Fold.
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