Apple’s first foldable iPhone could arrive in 2026

Apple continues to work on a foldable iPhone, which could arrive as early as 2026, according to a report from The Information. The phone is rumored to fold horizontally, like the clamshell-style Samsung Galaxy Z Flip.

In February, The Information reported that Apple was in the early stages of developing two folding iPhone prototypes. But now, it seems Apple may have settled on a design, as The Information says the device has an internal nickname, V68, indicating “the idea has moved beyond the conceptual stage” and is now ”in development with suppliers.”

Apple is reportedly still working to flatten the crease that appears when the phone is unfolded and is also attempting to make the device thinner. This corroborates Tuesday’s report from the Digitimes, which reveals similar details about Apple’s folding phone plans.