Building on late-2025 reports of production progress and crease-free displays, fresh leaks point to a late-2026 launch for Apple's book-style foldable iPhone, with detailed specs including dimensions, cameras, and a potential $2,000+ price tag.
As covered in prior reports, Apple has advanced on a crease-less OLED display from Samsung and a durable liquidmetal hinge, with pre-production underway. New analyst insights from Mark Gurman and Ming-Chi Kuo target a second-half 2026 debut, possibly with the iPhone 18, though delays to 2027 remain possible due to manufacturing hurdles.
The book-style design unfolds to a 7.7-7.8-inch inner screen (like a compact tablet) and folds to a 5.5-inch outer display. Leaked renders show it shorter and wider when closed, at 4.5-5.6mm thin unfolded and 9-11mm folded—echoing the iPhone Air's slim profile.
Display tech features laser-drilled supports for minimal creasing, as demoed at CES 2026. Cameras include a rear 48MP main/ultra-wide quad setup, outer punch-hole, and inner 24MP under-display. Biometrics shift to Touch ID in the power button, avoiding Face ID cutouts.
Expect a 5,000-5,800mAh battery (iPhone's largest), future A-series chip, and in-house modem. Pricing is estimated at $2,000-$2,500. Open questions include the name, iOS optimizations, and reliability, with Apple likely iterating further.
