Apple’s Foldable iPhone: Apple usually does not rush to add new features. In the past, the company waited longer than Android brands to bring OLED screens and 120Hz refresh rates to iPhones. Even then, Apple focused on making the feature work better and feel more useful. The same careful thinking now shows up in Apple’s foldable phone plans.
According to Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station, Apple is testing a new kind of ultra-thin glass for a foldable iPhone. This glass can bend and has different thickness levels. Apple wants this design to solve one big problem seen in foldable phones today, which is the visible screen crease. The company still faces technical issues, but reports say Apple could reach a crease-free design by 2026.
Apple Working towards Crease Problem
Reports suggest Apple is spending more time on its foldable display than any other company. Instead of using the same display layers seen on current foldables, Apple is trying a more complex multi-layer glass system.
The company may also use a new hinge design and a special support plate under the display. These parts work together to lower pressure on the fold area. This helps reduce stress on the screen and makes the crease much harder to see.
Apple also wants the screen to stay smooth even after years of use. Many foldable phones look fine when new but show deep creases after thousands of folds. Apple wants to avoid this problem. The company aims to make a display that looks crease-free on day one and stays that way even after long-term use. This focus on long life explains why Apple is taking extra time.
Durability and Timing of the iPhone Fold
Today’s foldable phones, like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, already feel closer to normal smartphones. Still, many users worry about screen durability and the crease line. Apple’s slow and careful plan tries to solve both issues at once. The company wants a strong phone body and a smooth screen that lasts for years.
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The first Apple foldable may cost a lot, so it may not suit everyone. Still, it could become the first foldable phone to offer a nearly crease-free screen with better durability than others. If everything goes as planned, Apple could launch the device by September 2026. If Apple fails to balance the parts correctly, the company may delay the launch to 2027.
