It feels like we’ve been hearing whispers about an Apple foldable phone for ages, but the company has stayed focused on its classic iPhone design. While the competition has foldable phones on store shelves, Apple is still playing its cards close to its chest. Now, a new rumor is painting a pretty wild picture of what the next few years could look like, suggesting not one, but three entirely new kinds of iPhones might be on the way.
The journey could start by the end of 2026 with Apple’s first foldable phone. This device, which people are calling the iPhone Fold, is said to open up like a book. Imagine an iPad mini that you can fold and put in your pocket. The report claims it will use a special flexible screen and a glass middle frame, which sounds like an attempt to solve that annoying crease problem we see on some other foldables.
Things get even more interesting in 2027. For the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, Apple might finally deliver a true bezel-less iPhone. The screen would supposedly curve around all four edges, creating a device that’s all display on the front. To make this happen, the rumor points to an under-display Face ID iPhone, meaning the camera and sensors would be hidden completely behind the screen. It’s a huge technical jump, but one that would definitely look incredible.
Then, in 2028, the company could introduce a second foldable, this time a clamshell design. Think of the flip phones from years ago, but with a modern twist. This “iPhone Flip” would be more about portability, featuring a smaller, simpler screen on the outside for notifications and quick tasks. The rumored Apple iPhone Flip release date in 2028 would round out a very busy few years for the company.
Of course, a roadmap this far out is always a bit blurry. Plans can change, and rumors are just rumors. It’s probably best not to get too attached to these specific dates or designs just yet. Still, it’s exciting to imagine an all-screen iPhone or a foldable one finally in our hands. It gives us a fun glimpse into what Apple might be cooking up behind closed doors.
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Source: GSMArena
