Overview
- Multiple outlets cite Weibo leaker Instant Digital saying Samsung Display will begin mass production of foldable OLED panels for Apple in May 2026, though Apple has not confirmed the plan.
- Reports describe a wider, nearly crease‑free inner screen, while Bloomberg says the new panel tech reduces—but does not eliminate—the crease.
- Leaked specs point to a roughly 7.8‑inch inner display, a 5.5‑inch cover screen, side‑mounted Touch ID in place of Face ID, dual rear cameras, an A20 chip, and Apple’s C2 modem.
- Supply‑chain chatter and Gurman’s reporting suggest iOS changes for side‑by‑side apps and iPad‑like layouts to better use the wider display.
- Pricing rumors center on a base near $1,999–$2,000 with higher tiers around $2,199 and $2,399, and several sources expect a September 2026 launch alongside iPhone 18 Pro models if the schedule holds.