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- Previous rumors indicated Apple would launch a foldable iPhone resembling a Galaxy Z Flip as early as 2026.
- A new rumor suggests that the company may actually launch a Galaxy Z Fold rival in the second half of 2026.
- It’s too early to tell what Apple’s first foldable will look like or whether it will experience delays.
While triple-screen foldable phones have already hit the market, Apple has yet to release its first vanilla folding device. Initially, rumors suggested the iPhone maker would launch a Galaxy Z Flip rival as soon as 2026. However, a reputable display analyst is now claiming that 2026’s Apple foldable will, in fact, compete against the Galaxy Z Fold.
