By Omar Sohail • May 9, 2025 at 09:40am EDT
Earlier this year, Apple was said to be in the middle of shortlisting candidates who would supply it the necessary components for the foldable iPhone so that the device could proceed with a launch in the second half of 2026. Given Samsung’s experience in this particular category, the Korean manufacturer would likely become the exclusive display supplier for Apple, but the latter does not want any ‘run of the mill’ panels for its book-style foldable, but something that has not been used before. In short, Samsung could switch to an entirely new production process for the foldable iPhone panel, and one that ships with attributes that no device can flaunt.
The use of a newer display technology will allow the foldable iPhone’s thickness to be reduced by 19 percent compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold lineup
The rumor, published by yeux1122, mentions that the custom manufacturing process for the foldable iPhone display will have branding trademarks belonging to Apple while also meeting the firm’s stringent requirements of energy efficiency, brightness, and thickness levels. On the Korean blog Naver, the rumor states that Samsung has achieved a technological breakthrough where the touch sensor can be integrated directly into the display panel, reducing thickness by 19 percent compared to the Galaxy Z Fold series.
Using this process, the foldable iPhone will sport a lighter build and a more rigid display structure. It is not mentioned why Samsung has not employed this technology in the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7, but it could be related to high production costs. Since using these panels in the Galaxy Z Fold 6 successor could potentially skyrocket its price, Samsung has a better alternative, which is generating a decent profit from Apple, who also stands to ship more foldable iPhone units when this model officially launches.
One of the highlights of the foldable iPhone, according to various rumors and reports, is that it will not have a visible crease. Display analyst Ross Young has previously commented that to achieve this attribute, the device needs to have a thicker front glass that is chemically treated, which will be an expensive process, but it should help eliminate the crease, which has constantly become a target for critics who have reviewed a bevy of foldable flagships. However, readers should keep in mind that yeux1122 does not have the best track record in the world, so it is important that you treat this rumor with a pinch of salt, and we will return with more updates.
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Omar Sohail, Senior Editor, Mobile
Omar joined the Wccftech team back in 2014, with a keen interest surrounding the latest gadgets, tablets, and other consumer electronics. He’s also a hardcore PC gamer, has a love-and-hate relationship with consoles, and takes an interest in both hardware and gaming. When he’s not reporting about the latest happenings in the mobile industry, he likes to learn more about technology and how it works, appreciating the time and effort companies make in developing new products that simplify life for users
