Leaks Doubtful Reveals Apple Folding IPhone Details Specifications

Rumors about the iPhone Fold have been circulating for years, (photo: dock. appleinsider)

Rumors about the iPhone Fold have been circulating for years, but now a suspicious report claims to have revealed details of the device.

The allegedly leaked specification was shared through social media by Jukanlosreve leaker, formerly known as TechReve. Despite having an accurate track record, the information regarding Apple's iPhone Fold this time came from an anonymous source named "zwz". This raises doubts because the source does not have a verifiable track record.

Dimensions, Design, And Screen Suppliers

This leak claims that the iPhone Fold will have a size equivalent to two coupled 6.1-inch iPhones, resulting in a screen measuring more than 12 inches when opened. If true, this device will resemble an iPad Air or 13-inch iPad Pro, which is considered too large for a phone. Realistic sizes of two combined 6.1-inch iPhones should be closer to a 7.5-inch screen, similar to a mini iPad.

This folding screen is said to be developed exclusively by Samsung, which has also produced a variety of foldable devices. However, this report contradicts previous rumors that Apple has yet to specify a screen supplier for its foldable device.

In addition, the leak claims that the iPhone Fold will have a thickness of 4.6 mm when opened and 9.2 mm when folded, thinner than the iPad Pro M4.1 mm) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold (5.6 mm). This claim is quite doubtful considering that Apple and other manufacturers still face challenges in developing very thin foldable devices.

Engsel Mechanism And Folding Design

According to this leak, the iPhone Fold will have a "large foldable mechanism on the left back of the device." However, the exact design is still a question mark.

Several previous reports mentioned that Apple developed two prototype designs for the iPhone Fold:

A flip design like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, with a screen folding from top to bottom. horizontal folding design like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, which opens to a larger screen.

Apple itself has patented various folding screen designs, including those that can be folded outside and those that have protection against falling. However, it remains unclear whether the final device will have a hinge on the side or will be folded from above.

Battery Capacity And Camera Specification

This leak also revealed the alleged iPhone Fold battery capacity, which is 5,000 mAh. This device is said to be using two batteries with stainless steel casings and "3D staked battery" technology.

In November 2024, a report said that Apple and Samsung faced difficulties in developing thinner batteries for foldable devices. If true, this could have an impact on the iPhone Fold's capacity and power efficiency.

In terms of cameras, this device is said to use ultra-thin Meta Lens technology for front cameras, technology that is also rumored to be present on the iPhone 17. Meanwhile, the main and ultra-wide cameras on the back will use a combination of glass and plastic.

According to information leaked by "zwz," the iPhone Fold is expected to be released in the fall of 2026. However, several other reports suggest that its launch could be delayed until 2027.

Apart from the iPhone Fold, Apple is also reportedly developing other foldable devices, such as the iPad Fold or MacBook Fold, which is predicted to be released in 2027 or 2028.

Some analysts believe that Apple will not enter the foldable device market before 2027, while other rumors even claim that Apple has canceled this project altogether.

Although some of the claims in this leak are in line with previous rumors, keep in mind that this information comes from sources that do not have a reliable track record.

In the era of social media, information about Apple's upcoming products is easy to spread, but not necessarily accurate. It could take years before there is an official confirmation of the iPhone Fold if Apple plans to release it.