Apple Advances Foldable and Ultra-Thin Devices, Eyeing 2025 and 2027 Launches

The iPhone 17 Air, set for September 2025, features an ultra-thin design, while the foldable iPhone progresses toward a 2027 release with premium pricing and advanced efficiency.

The iPhone 17 Air is expected to debut in September 2025, featuring a 5.5mm ultra-thin design, a horizontal camera bar, and a 6.6-inch ProMotion display.
Apple's first foldable iPhone, with a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer display, has entered the New Product Introduction phase at Foxconn, with mass production slated for late 2026.
The foldable iPhone will prioritize power efficiency, utilizing a 16nm display driver IC to enhance battery performance, and is expected to cost around $2,299.
Both the iPhone 17 Air and foldable iPhone highlight Apple's focus on cutting-edge designs, with the Air catering to minimalist users and the foldable targeting premium markets.
Apple is also developing an 18.8-inch foldable Mac device running macOS, with a potential launch in 2027, further expanding its foldable product portfolio.