Expectations that Apple will launch an iPhone Fold next year got further traction from a Samsung announcement.
While Apple’s display partner did not mention the company by name, there seems little doubt who is being referenced …
2026 iPhone Fold
Everyone now seems aligned on reports that a foldable iPhone will finally be launched next year. This follows the launch of the iPhone Air, which was an important stepping stone toward the far thinner displays needed. Apple was said to have been testing realistic prototypes of the device back in the summer, and iOS 27 is reported to be focusing on features specifically for the new device.
Samsung Display is Apple’s primary partner for iPhone screens, most notably for its most advanced models. The company is naturally expected to be making the display for the upcoming iPhone Fold.
Samsung prepping for mass-production
Korean site ChosunBiz reports on remarks by the President of Samsung Display, Lee Cheong. While he didn’t specifically name Apple, he might just as well have done.
The 8.6th-generation organic light-emitting diode (OLED) production line currently in preparation is scheduled to start operations by the end of the second quarter or in the third quarter next year. We are also moving forward with preparations for mass production of OLED for foldable phones to be supplied to a North American client.
He added that the client in question releases its flagship new products in the second half of the year.
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Via MacRumors