Overview

• According to ETNews via COMPUTER BILD, Apple would eliminate the standard iPhone in its 2026 cycle and release only Pro models, an Air variant and a foldable device.
• The foldable handset is positioned as a marquee product alongside Pro models and would represent Apple’s first foray into foldable smartphones.
• Users seeking a lower-cost option are reportedly being steered to the iPhone 17e, which is expected to arrive in early 2026 rather than at the initial fall unveiling.
• Details on hardware, dimensions and features of the foldable iPhone remain unknown and have not been disclosed in current leaks.
• Apple has not confirmed the reported lineup changes, and analysts caution that plans may still shift as they rely on limited anonymous sources.