new iphone The leak claims that Apple will follow in the footsteps of Samsung and Google and show off the design of its upcoming foldable smartphone. Foldable phones have become one of the hottest new styles of devices in the smartphone industry, with phones like the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Google Pixel Fold leading the way. The uniquely designed smartphone features several variations, with two vertical folds allowing users to compress the phone into a smaller package and a horizontal fold creating a tablet-like appearance. Now, Apple will be the next phone manufacturer to jump on the foldable trend.
The launch of a foldable iPhone has been one of the biggest rumors surrounding Apple in recent months. According to leaked information, Apple is interested in introducing a foldable design to its iconic line of smartphones. However, the company is yet to officially confirm its plans. The announcement of a foldable iPhone was noticeably missing from Apple's big showcase last September. However, that was when Apple officially unveiled the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air along with several other products. A prominent leaker can now give fans an early look at Apple's foray into foldable phones.
iPhone Fold design leaked ahead of official announcement
Popular tech YouTuber Jon Prosser is sharing early 3D renders of the iPhone Fold, which is expected to be released next year. The iPhone Fold will reportedly sport a similar layout to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold line of phones and will fold horizontally to increase screen size. While the iPhone Fold will boast a 5.5-inch display on the outside of the phone, the inside of the foldable will reportedly expand the iPhone's screen size to 7.8 inches. The iPhone Fold is also rumored to offer one big advantage over other similar foldable phones, Apple claims it has found a way to eliminate wrinkles on the internal screen. Prosser claims that the iPhone Fold will launch sometime in 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro.
Prosser goes into more detail about the specs and features of the new foldable iPhone in the video. The phone will reportedly include a 'hole punch' camera in the top left corner of the foldable screen, similar to the internal cameras used in other foldable phones. Prosser also details how Apple is trying to eliminate the infamous wrinkles on the interior, which is said to be aided by a combination of “metal plates that distribute pressure more evenly” and “liquid metal.”
Apple continues to innovate and improve the iPhone brand.
The debut of the iPhone Fold will be one of Apple's biggest launches, and the company continues to innovate with new devices. At the aforementioned September showcase, Apple broke new ground with one of its latest phones and confirmed that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will boast an astonishing 2TB of storage. Apple's wide range of smartphone accessories have also been added to the brand's lineup, with AirPod headphones and Apple Watch gaining particular popularity among fans. Apple hasn't officially revealed the new foldable iPhone, and Jon Prosser's video didn't provide a specific release date either.
With the iPhone Fold reportedly set to launch soon, 2026 looks set to be a busy year for Apple and its many fans. Apple will introduce a new lower-cost revision of the MacBook in early 2026, along with a new version of the iPhone 17 with the launch of the iPhone 17e. Apple is also rumored to be planning to release a new set of “smart glasses” in 2026 with iPhone connectivity similar to Ray-Ban's AI-powered Meta glasses. Apple may be breaking bold new ground for its iPhone line with the iPhone Fold rumored to launch in 2026.
