Overview
- United Daily News reporting says Apple’s foldable iPhone is in Engineering Validation Tests with preparations for mass production underway.
- Supply‑chain accounts describe a crease‑free inner display enabled by a specialized Liquid Metal hinge co‑developed with SZS and Amphenol.
- The inner panel is reportedly sourced exclusively from Samsung using an Apple‑specific panel structure and lamination process.
- Fubon Research estimates a $2,399 US starting price, with European pricing expected to exceed €2,500 and some estimates near €2,899.
- Analysts project at least 5.4 million units in 2026—up to roughly 7% of iPhone shipments—with a market debut expected in September 2026, while Apple has not confirmed the device, pricing, or timing.