Apple’s Long-Awaited Foldable iPhone Might Be Closer Than You Think
Apple may finally unveil a foldable iPhone this fall, as hidden files in iOS 27 suggest. Here's what you need to know about the rumored device.
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Comparing rumored/leaked specs of iPhone Fold against the official Galaxy Z Fold7
| Specification | Galaxy Z Fold7 (Official) | iPhone Fold (Rumored) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | Galaxy Z Fold7 has two 6.2-inch inner displays and one 6.25-inch outer display, making it 13.4 millimeters thick when closed | Two screens stacked together, potentially thinner than Galaxy Z Fold7 | Upgrade 🔥 |
| Processor | Galaxy Z Fold7 uses Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which is not specified in terms of nm technology | A19 Pro (2nm) | Same |
| Battery Capacity | Galaxy Z Fold7 has a 4,400mAh main battery and 3,168mAh foldable battery, totaling 7,568mAh | Not mentioned but expected to be competitive with Galaxy Z Fold7's dual battery system | Same |
| Camera | Galaxy Z Fold7 has a triple rear camera setup (12MP, 64MP, 12MP) and dual front-facing cameras (10MP, 8MP) | Dual front-facing cameras with advanced features like improved night mode and zoom capabilities | Same |
| Price | Galaxy Z Fold7 starts at $1,999 for the 5G version with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage | Expected to be higher than Galaxy Z Fold7 due to advanced technology and features | Same |
Apple fans have been eagerly waiting for the company’s entry into the foldable phone market, and it looks like they might not have to wait much longer. Hidden files found by researcher @M1Astra in iOS 27 developer beta hint that Apple could be set to release a foldable iPhone this fall.
The discovery of references to “foldState,” “mechanicalAngleDegrees,” “angleDegrees,” and “MGGetLogicalDeviceDisplayCount” within the code suggests that the software is prepared to handle a foldable device. This means that when Apple unveils its newest hardware in September, it might finally be time for consumers to see what the tech giant has been working on.
While Samsung and Huawei (which is banned in the U.S.) have had foldable phones on the market for over five years, Apple’s entry into this space will come with high expectations. The thickness of a foldable device could be key; after all, the allure of a second screen may not match the convenience of fitting a phone easily into one's pocket (especially if you’re wearing women’s clothing). However, as last year saw the introduction of the iPhone Air, which is only 5.6 millimeters deep, Apple has shown that it can make significant strides in condensing its devices.
The rumored foldable iPhone could sport two screens stacked together, potentially making it thinner than any Samsung foldable other than the newest two-screen model, the Galaxy Z Fold7. This would be a bold move for Apple to enter such an established market and demonstrate that they are not just following trends but creating something truly innovative.
