Rumors have been circulating for some time about Apple’s possible entry into the smartphone segment with foldable screens. In February, the possible production of two prototypes of the foldable iPhone was indicated, but also an iPadalthough they might not be the apple brand’s priority.
At least with regard to patent registration, the manufacturer has been developing new technologies. WThis was the case with a registered patent for a technology that detects falls and closes automatically before falling to the ground. Or another patent related to a rollable screen system gives meaning to the Apple company’s strategy.
In a note from a new investor that 9to5Mac had access to, Apple may be aligning its strategy for the launch of two devices with foldable screens. O The document is from Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu, who points to mass production of a 20.3-inch device for the end of 2025, followed by a foldable iPhone for the end of 2026.
These notes coincide with the previous analysis by Ming-Chi Kuo, a famous Apple product analyst, who points out a MacBook with a folding screen expected to be launched in 2027. Other market analysts have also reinforced the production of this 20-inch Apple device, such as Ross Young, with a forecast for 2026/27. And Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman points out that the manufacturer is testing a MacBook-iPad hybrid, with a double folding screen.
In Jeff Pu’s notes, Apple may have changed its strategy and accelerated work on foldable equipment, based on information from the supply chain. Regarding the foldable iPhone, Apple may be working on two sizes, a 7.9-inch model and an 8.3-inch model. From his perspective, production of the 20.3-inch device could begin production at the end of 2025 and the iPhone models will follow at the end of 2026.
The change in Apple’s strategy may also be related to the latest iPhone sales results, especially in the Chinese market. You Foldable models are increasingly sought after by users who want top-of-the-range equipment. Most major smartphone manufacturers already have foldable models in their catalogue.
