Apple's inaugural foldable iPhone is anticipated to hit the shelves in autumn 2026, capturing the widespread interest of the market. Based on a report from global market research firm Counterpoint Research, propelled by Apple's procurement needs for foldable iPhone panels, the shipments of foldable smartphone panels are expected to surge by 46% year-on-year in 2026. The introduction of Apple's foldable iPhone will not only reinforce the market's dominance of book-style foldable smartphones but also potentially ignite an explosive expansion throughout the entire foldable smartphone industry.
