{"id":228641,"date":"2026-03-28T15:40:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T19:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/28\/apple-to-launch-foldable-iphone-in-2026-signalling-major-shift-in-lineup\/"},"modified":"2026-03-28T15:55:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T19:55:09","slug":"apple-to-launch-foldable-iphone-in-2026-signalling-major-shift-in-lineup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/28\/apple-to-launch-foldable-iphone-in-2026-signalling-major-shift-in-lineup\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple to launch foldable iPhone in 2026, signalling major shift in lineup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Apple to launch foldable iPhone in 2026, signalling major shift in lineup<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/news.az\/news\/apple-to-launch-foldable-iphone-in-2026-signalling-major-shift-in-lineup<\/a><\/p>\n

Publish Date: 2026-03-28 15:40:00<\/a><\/p>\n

Source Domain: news.az<\/a><\/p>\n

Apple is expected to enter the foldable smartphone market in 2026, marking one of the most significant hardware changes to the iPhone lineup in years, according to Bank of America. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The move could trigger a new upgrade cycle among users, particularly in the premium segment,<\/span> News.Az<\/span> reports<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Book-style design and new features<\/strong><\/p>\n

Supply chain checks suggest Apple\u2019s first foldable iPhone will adopt a book-style design, featuring an internal display of around 7.7 to 7.8 inches. The device is expected to remain under 10mm thick when folded, positioning it competitively against existing foldable smartphones.<\/p>\n

Analysts say the first-generation model may include Touch ID instead of Face ID and could remove the physical SIM slot, reflecting a shift in both hardware design and user experience.<\/p>\n

Strong demand expected<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bank of America forecasts initial production volumes of between 10 million and 20 million units \u2014 significantly higher than current foldable shipments from competitors.<\/p>\n

The expected demand is driven by Apple\u2019s loyal high-end customer base, particularly users of Pro and Pro Max models, as well as strong market potential in regions such as China<\/span><\/span>, where larger-screen devices are especially popular.<\/p>\n

Shift in launch strategy<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alongside the new device, Apple is also expected to adjust its traditional product release cycle.<\/p>\n

While premium models \u2014 including the foldable \u2014 are likely to continue launching in September, the company may shift standard iPhone models to a spring release window starting in 2027.<\/p>\n

Analysts say this staggered approach could improve supply chain efficiency, reduce production bottlenecks and optimise labour usage across manufacturing partners.<\/p>\n

Short-term impact, long-term upside<\/strong><\/p>\n

The change in launch timing may temporarily affect Apple\u2019s financial performance in 2026, as some sales are pushed into later quarters.<\/p>\n

However, Bank of America expects revenue and earnings to normalise by 2027 as…<\/p>\n

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