Rumors that Apple is working on a foldable iPhone have been around for a long time. Over the last few months, more and more details have become known. Now a well-known analyst has commented on the matter.
Rumors that Apple is developing a foldable iPhone are nothing new. The whole thing was confirmed by registered patents, which became public over time. Now the well-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has commented on this. Kuo today provided a comprehensive research note regarding future iPhone devices. This year's lineup was also commented on. However, the analyst also shared interesting details on the subject of foldable iPhones. According to the current status, Apple could present such a device at the end of 2023. The whole thing will primarily depend on whether Apple will be able to solve "important technology and mass production problems" by then.
Foldable iPhone: OLED display and Apple Pencil support
In addition, the development status is still in the research phase. Accordingly, the Pursue even more time. It was recently claimed that Apple is currently researching the folding mechanism. Previous prototypes are also not able to run iOS. Accordingly, the focus is currently on the hardware mechanics. If Apple succeeds in implementing it, the foldable smartphone could have a 7.5 to 8 inch display, explains Kuo. A previous report claimed something similar. In addition, the display is said to use OLED technology and support the Apple Pencil. The display panel could be supplied by either Samsung or LG Displays. If you believe the individual observers, Apple seems to be seriously interested in presenting a foldable iPhone. (Photo by artmagination / Bigstockphoto)