- Foldable iPhone leaks resurface, with Mark Gurman and tipster Digital Chat Station hinting at a potential 2026 launch.
- Apple's foldable might feature a 5.49-inch outer and 7.74-inch inner display, resembling the Oppo Find N but with a distinct form factor.
- A redesigned iPhone is also in the works for 2026, possibly debuting with the iPhone 18 series, aligning with Apple’s ambitious product roadmap.
The almighty foldable iPhone leaks again. This time, updates come from a leading Apple analyst and a leakster, both suggesting a launch timeline of 2026 at the earliest. In fact, the former claims that 2026 will bring two major changes: a foldable iPhone and a redesigned iPhone, with the latter expected to debut in the fall of that year.
Foldable iPhone Leaks Again, Might Debut in 2026 at the Earliest
First things first, a foldable iPhone has likely been in the works for quite some time. According to Mark Gurman in his latest edition of the Power On newsletter, the device is most likely to debut next year. It is nearing development, which means we could see the actual device soon, although it is still too early to comment on it.
On the other hand, tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS) claims that Apple is working on a large foldable iPhone featuring a 5.49-inch outer screen, resembling the Oppo Find N but slightly thicker and shorter. Interestingly, the inner display measures 7.74 inches and folds like an iPad.
Apparently, the ratio between the outer and inner screens is unprecedented. This could be why there is ongoing debate about whether Apple’s upcoming foldable device is an iPhone or an iPad. We’ve also heard reports of a 20-inch foldable iPad in development.
According to sources, Apple might introduce a book-style foldable iPhone that folds inward. This approach is likely driven by the company’s efforts to eliminate creases. Recently, Oppo significantly reduced creases on its Find N5, making other foldables feel inferior in display quality when compared side by side.
In any case, leaks suggest that the foldable iPhone could debut in the fall of 2026, sharing the stage with the iPhone 18 series, though the timeline remains uncertain.
There’s Another iPhone Redesign on the Way
Another detail that caught our attention is a redesigned iPhone, also expected to debut next year. According to Gurman, a ‘new iPhone design’ is coming in 2026, though he hasn’t shared further details.
But who can stop the rumor mill from churning, right? The ‘redesigned iPhone’ could refer to the standard iPhone 18, featuring an all-new design, especially since this year’s iPhone 17 base model is unlikely to see major changes. These leaks carry weight, considering recent statements from Apple CEO Tim Cook and hardware chief John Ternus, who hinted that the iPhone roadmap is more ambitious than ever.
