Foldable iPhone (Rumored)
- Launch Timeline & Form Factor Analysts expect Apple’s first foldable iPhone in 2026, possibly with production starting soon after that. Designs being tested include book-style and clamshell foldables, with inner display size rumors ranging from 7.3 to 7.9 inches.
- Design Innovations Rumors suggest an all-screen design with an under-display 24MP front camera, eliminating notches or punches, and replacing Face ID with Touch ID to simplify the display layout.
- Size & Thickness The foldable iPhone is expected to be 4.5 – 4.8 mm thick when unfolded—slightly bulkier than the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s 4.2 mm—but still impressively slim compared to an iPad Pro.
- Pricing Pricing estimates range between $1,800 and $2,500, though JPMorgan analysts expect a launch price of $1,999, matching the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
- Potential Hardware Expected features include advanced hinges, durable materials, under-display front camera, Apple Pencil support, ~5,000–5,500 mAh battery, and iPadOS-like multitasking.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (Official)
- Form Factor Launched in July 2025, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is extremely thin and light, measuring 4.2 mm unfolded and just 8.9 mm folded; it weighs around 215 g.
- Display Specs It features an 8-inch main Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1-120 Hz, 2,600 nits) and a 6.5-inch cover display, both with HDR10+ support e
- processor & Performance Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm), with 12 GB RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, and optimized for Galaxy AI tasks (like Generative Edit in Flex Mode) — with up to 7 years of software updates.
- Camera Setup A 200 MP main camera, 12 MP ultrawide, and a 10 MP telephoto with 3× optical zoom. Selfie cameras are also present on both internal and external displays.
- Battery & Charging Includes a 4,400 mAh battery, with 25 W wired, 15 W wireless, and 4.5 W reverse wireless charging support.
- Other Notables IP48 water resistance, and new One UI enhancements like customizable widgets and improved DeX features.
- User Feedback Many users praise its multitasking — like comparing two apps side-by-side on the outer display — and find productivity enhanced over traditional iPhones. Some Reddit users note the "wow factor" but mention trade-offs in basic usability.
Summary Table
| Feature | Foldable iPhone (Rumor) | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | Expected 2026 | Released July 2025 |
| Thickness (unfolded) | ~4.5–4.8 mm | 4.2 mm |
| Main Display Size | ~7.3–7.9 inches | 8 inches |
| Front Camera | Under-display (24MP), no notch | Hole-punch |
| Processor | Not confirmed | Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | ~5,000–5,500 mAh (rumored) | 4,400 mAh |
| Price Estimate | $1,800–$2,500 (possibly $1,999) | $1,999 |
| Key Features | Pencil support, robust build, iPadOS multitasking | Galaxy AI, long-term updates, DeX, Flex Mode |
