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Reports Suggest Apple Might be Working on Foldable iPhone

It has been quite a busy schedule for Apple from the launch of iPhone 12 series, Apple silicon to the rumor of getting rid of the mac pro touch bar and now a new report claiming the release of a new foldable smartphone by Apple. These reports are not solidified yet. And its not confirmed that these prototypes will even see the light of the day as currently they are only being used for internal testing purposes. These prototypes have not evolved beyond the screen yet. One may argue that the screen is the most crucial component of a foldable phone.

According to the report that is circulating the web, Apple is currently discussing different screen sizes including a 6.7 inch panel falling in line with the form factor of Motorola Razer and the Galaxy Z Flip. Currently the plan is a small phone that unfolds to a size of iPhone 12 Pro Max more in line with the tablet like form factor of Galaxy Fold. It is always a possibility that Apple is working on an entirely different form factor? Nothing is solidified yet.

Obstacles Apple May Face

A few months ago a few Apple patents surfaced related to a potential foldable iPhone with separate but seamless displays. Its not clear that what type of screen technology Apple is currently using in the prototypes as the current tech is still not mature enough to be used in Apple product as Apple is always very keen on maintain the quality of their devices and the current screen are not vigorous enough and are easily scratched. Foldable phones typically use a plastic screen instead of the traditional glass displays. However, this isn’t an issue for a device like Microsoft Surface Duo as it uses two separate screens connected via a hinge and doesn’t use the futuristic foldable screen technology

It’s unlikely a foldable phone would be included in its 2021 lineup, which is expected to focus on incremental upgrades to the 5G models released last year, with a foldable iPhone model, Apple would join a developing rundown of contenders with comparative telephones. Samsung, which has a few foldable models, declared its Galaxy Z Fold 2 in August 2020. LG a week ago flaunted its rollable phone model, the LG Rollable, in a CES video

Foldable phones Aside, New Intriguing Updates Speculated at Apple

  • Speculations regarding AirTags, Apple’s new tracker.
  • Inclusion of fingerprint scanners on the side notch in the upcoming iPhone models.
  • Rumors regarding the flag-ship iPhone’s going port less, depending solely on wireless charging.
  • Introduction of iPad Pro with a MiniLED board for an improved resolution and performance.

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