JAKARTA - Apple is reportedly preparing the most radical change in iPhone history through the development of a foldable screen device. Analyst and technology journalist Mark Gurman calls this device the "most significant overhaul" since the first iPhone was launched.
According to Gurman, although models such as the iPhone 4, iPhone 6, and iPhone X have been important turning points, the folding iPhone will present a completely new design - not just an evolution, but a transformation.
Book-like Fold Design
This device is said to carry a folding concept like a book, similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, with a large main screen on the inside for a wider multimedia and multitasking experience. Reports say the internal screen is about 7.7 inches in size, while the external screen is in the range of 5.3 inches.
The next-generation operating system, iOS 27, is also rumored to be optimized specifically for this device. Users can later run multiple apps at once in side-by-side mode, approaching an iPad-like tablet experience.
In terms of hardware, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo estimates that this device will be equipped with two rear cameras, one front camera, and a power button with Touch ID - instead of Face ID. Apple is also said to be developing a screen technology that can minimize creases, although it has not completely eliminated them.
Regarding price, it is predicted that this folding iPhone will not be pocket-friendly. In the United States market, the price tag is estimated to start from US$1,999 or even more, placing it in the extreme premium segment.
Apple is likely to introduce this device in September, along with the latest Pro line. However, the launch schedule to the market could be a little behind compared to other models.
If it is realized, the folding iPhone is not just a new product - this could be a "reset" moment for the smartphone industry, where Apple is again trying to redefine the way we interact with everyday devices.
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