Apple's foldable iPhone is the 'most significant overhaul' of the iPhone ever

In a new article from Bloomberg reporter and Apple insider Mark Gurman, Apple's upcoming iPhone Fold is set to be the biggest shift in iPhone design since the smartphone's inception, marking the "first actual form-factor change".

2

Gurman points out in the recent newsletter that Apple is known for making "big" changes to the iPhone design every few generations, citing the iPhone 4, iPhone 6, and iPhone X as examples of such overhauls.

However, when it comes to the long-rumored Fold, Apple will be doing the biggest overhaul yet to the iPhone design as it will be a completely new form factor. Apple's iPhone Fold has been rumored for quite some time, and as leaks continue to surface about its design, a fairly clear picture of its physical appearance is emerging.

Reports indicate Apple will go with a book-style foldable design, meaning an outer display paired with a larger inner display. Just like on other Foldable devices, the Fold's inner display will be intended for multitasking, such as having two apps open side by side.

It was only recently that industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo published specific details for the iPhone Fold, writing that it's expected to have a 5.5-inch outer screen that unfolds into a 7.8-inch internal screen. The hinge is made from stainless steel and a titanium alloy. The battery cells are similar to those found in the iPhone 17, and it has two rear cameras, one front-facing camera, and a Touch ID side button. Recently, a leaker pointed to Samsung about to begin mass production on the foldable OLED display. More on that story below.