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For months there have been ongoing leaks about Apple's first foldable smartphone. The latest reports suggest the company is preparing a highly advanced design that may debut as the iPhone Ultra or the iPhone Fold. The device is expected to feature two different OLED panels manufactured by Samsung, and one of them will be among the most advanced displays currently available on the market. By doing so, Apple aims to offer the highest image quality while reducing production costs.
Apple will use two different OLED displays
According to the latest reports, the external screen of the foldable iPhone will use Samsung’s newest M16 OLED panel. This display offers native 10-bit colour depth and significantly higher energy efficiency compared with older solutions. Interestingly, the device’s internal screen is said to use the older M14 OLED panel, previously used in other flagship devices. This strategy allows Apple to reduce costs without giving up the key benefits of modern display technology. The external screen will be used most often during everyday smartphone use, so the company wants to offer the highest possible quality there. The M16 OLED uses, among other things, COE technology, which helps reduce panel thickness and improve energy efficiency. More modern light-emitting materials have also been used, which should translate into better performance and a longer display lifespan. According to leaks, Apple has signed a multi-year agreement with Samsung for the supply of these panels. The same panels are expected to appear in future iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. It looks as if the company wants to make the most of the latest OLED technologies. For users this means even better colour reproduction and lower power consumption. The foldable iPhone could become one of the most advanced mobile devices in terms of display quality.
Foldable iPhone to offer an almost invisible crease
Leaks also point to a number of other solutions intended to set the device apart from the competition. Apple is reportedly working on a design that will almost completely hide the characteristic screen crease seen on most foldable smartphones. This is to be achieved by using very thin protective glass and special flexible layers placed between the display elements. A new hinge, partly made from materials used so far in more advanced industrial-grade applications, will also play an important role. According to available information, the hinge will also function as an additional heat-dissipation system. The smartphone is said to be equipped with a vapour chamber for cooling components, an A20 Pro processor, 12 GB of RAM and Apple's proprietary 5G modem. There is also talk of a dual 48 MP camera setup, a selfie camera with up to 24 MP and a battery with a capacity exceeding 5400 mAh. The device may rely exclusively on eSIM technology and not offer a traditional SIM card slot. The internal screen is expected to operate at a 4:3 aspect ratio with a resolution of 2713 × 1920 pixels. According to current information, the device's launch is planned for autumn 2026. The price is said to start at around $2,000, which would make it one of the most expensive smartphones in Apple's history.
New leaks suggest the foldable iPhone Ultra could feature an advanced Samsung M16 OLED panel, a nearly invisible display crease and flagship-level specifications. If confirmed, it would be one of Apple’s most ambitious mobile projects in years.
source: wccftech
