The Foldable iPhone: What to Expect from Apple’s New Design

Apple is reportedly preparing to release a foldable iPhone, with design details suggesting it will resemble two iPhone Airs joined together. According to Mark Gurman, the foldable will be thinner than previous models like the Pixel Fold and Galaxy Z Fold, possibly reaching a thickness of just 4.5mm when unfolded. The foldable iPhone is expected to start at over $2,000, though exact pricing is still unclear. One of the main advantages of this design is durability. Apple plans to use titanium for the foldable, which could help it withstand regular wear and tear. iFixit’s teardown of the iPhone Air suggests that its repairability could also improve compared to other foldables like the Pixel Fold and Galaxy Z Fold7, which have low repairability scores of 3 out of 10. By basing the design on the iPhone Air, Apple might also improve the overall robustness of the foldable iPhone. Despite its high price, the foldable iPhone could be a durable and repair-friendly alternative to current foldable smartphones.