Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPhone may not reach customers until 2027, despite continued speculation that the company plans to unveil the device in the coming months.
According to a new report from Taiwan’s Economic Daily News, comments from suppliers linked to Apple’s foldable plans suggest the launch timeline may have shifted.
While the iPhone Fold is still widely expected to be announced in late 2026, several supply chain sources now indicate that shipping could slip into early 2027.
The report points to remarks from Largan Precision CEO Enping Lin. He said that some upcoming products due to be announced in the third quarter have been moved to the beginning of next year. Although Lin did not mention Apple or a foldable iPhone by name, Largan is a long-time Apple supplier. This then fuels speculation that the comments relate to the company’s first foldable device.
Further weight comes from Xinrixing, a supplier believed to be producing bearings for the foldable handset. The company’s general manager suggested that production is largely ready and is now waiting for Apple to finalise a shipping schedule.
None of this confirms a delay, but it does add to a growing number of reports suggesting the iPhone Fold’s roadmap remains in flux.
Rumours surrounding Apple’s foldable ambitions have circulated for years. Predictions of an imminent launch have appeared almost annually since Samsung introduced its first Galaxy Fold in 2019. More recently, however, reports have become increasingly specific. Many point to a September 2026 unveiling.
Even then, some analysts believed availability would be limited at launch. This could potentially mirror Apple’s staggered rollout of products such as the original AirPods. Other reports have gone further, claiming production challenges could push the device entirely into 2027.
For now, Apple remains silent on its foldable plans. But if the latest supply chain chatter is accurate, prospective buyers may have to wait a little longer. They might not see the company’s first foldable iPhone reach store shelves soon.
