According to the latest rumors, this device could be ready for get to the market in 2026 with a price that will be around 2,000 dollars. This is stated by Mark Gurman, Journalist of Bloomberg and one of the most reliable sources when it comes to Cupertino's plans.
Date and price of the folding iPhone
This newly arrived information reinforces the idea that 2026 will finally be the year in which Apple will present its first device with flexible screen, after years of rumors and speculation.
According to the analyst Jeff Pu, the device has recently entered the Introduction Phase of New Product In Foxconn, indicating that Apple is finalizing details before starting mass production of the terminal. This process is key, since it implies the manufacture of advanced prototypes and the validation of the materials and components that will be part of the final product. In other words: it is practically ready.
The folding iPhone design will be similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, with a hinge mechanism Book styleinstead of the shell format that characterizes the Galaxy Z Flip. However, Apple intends to make a difference with a screen technology that drastically reduces the fold brand that is usually seen in other folding phones. In fact, some reports received in recent weeks suggest that the screen of this iPhone could be practically free of folds or wrinkles in sight, something that would represent a significant leap in the evolution of this type of devices.
The device will take advantage of many of the technological advances that Apple has developed for the future iPhone 17 series, including screen improvements, battery, modem and processor. Specifically, it is expected to incorporate elements of the iPhone 17 Air, the ultrafine model that will arrive this year.
High price: between 2000 and $ 2500
The price of the folding iPhone will be one of its most controversial aspects. Gurman estimates that will be around 2,000 dollarsbut some reports point even higher, reaching up to $ 2,300 in its base version, which would make it the most expensive iPhone ever released. This figure coincides with an anterior prediction of the analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who placed its price between 2,000 and $ 2,500.
Apple has been investigating flexible screens technology for years, but has gone with lead feet in its development. The company has not wanted to hurry when entering the folding market until ensuring that the user experience meets its demanding quality standards. During this time, brands such as Samsung, Huawei and Google have launched their own bets in this segment, with varied results in acceptance and reliability.
Apple's main challenge with this device will not only justify its high price, but also to offer a differentiating proposal that makes it stand out on competition. The durability of the screen, the optimization of the software to take advantage of the folding format and the integration with the Apple ecosystem will be key aspects for the success of this new iPhone.
