Apple’s First Foldable tipped to be a Combination of iPhone & iPad

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On Feb 22, 2025

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Apple is working on its first-ever foldable.
The foldable might be a mixture of iPhone & iPad.
The Foldable launch is as far as 2026.

In recent years, nearly all major smartphone manufacturers have entered the foldable smartphone market, with Apple being the notable exception. Nevertheless, there are ongoing rumors suggesting that Apple may soon introduce a foldable iPhone or iPad. Recent leaks from China have provided insights into the display sizes and design features of the anticipated foldable device.

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Apple Foldable Details Tipped

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Digital Chat Station, a trusted tipster, has provided insights on Weibo regarding the design and display features of Apple’s upcoming foldable device. According to DGC, the device may feature a 5.49-inch external display, complemented by a sizable 7.4-inch main folding screen. While specific details about the display specifications remain unclear, the tipster suggests that Apple is implementing significant enhancements to the foldable concept.

Notebook-style phones typically feature a square-shaped main display, suggesting that Apple may be developing a genuine hybrid device that merges the functionalities of an iPhone and an iPad. DGC speculates that Apple’s foldable device could open similarly to an iPad. Additionally, the informant discussed the design of this foldable, drawing comparisons to the Oppo Find N. Reports indicate that Apple’s inaugural foldable will be thicker and shorter than the Oppo Find N.

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Apple Foldable: Launch Timeline

Apple’s foldable is still as far away as 2026. Based on the rumors so far, Apple’s first iPhone is expected to be a foldable and not a flip phone, using a Samsung display.

Stay tuned to this space for more updates.

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Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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