Alleged foldable iPhone to feature MicroLED with embedded camera and Touch ID; will be a long wait
Foldable phones are a new form factor and while Samsung and Huawei are at the forefront of the new technology, other manufacturers are also warming up to the idea. Even Google is expected to jump the bandwagon in 2021 with a foldable Pixel and we have already heard vague rumors about Apple’s plans. Today, we have seen the juiciest leak so far about the rumored foldable iPhone.
According to @komiya_kj, the foldable iPhone will be more of a bendable iPad and it will run iPad OS. It also looks like it will support phone calls natively.
Foldable iPad(iPhone)
-“one more thing” in 2023
-support phone call
-iPad OS?
-A16X (may be A17) (3nm)
-Made up with two panels and seamlessly connected to each other
-Micro LED Display
-under screen Front camera and Touch ID
-Best experience with Apple Glass or VR headset— KomiyaLeaks (@komiya_kj) August 11, 2020
As for under panel selfie cameras, we have already seen a few demos from other vendors and a commercialized version seems right around the corner.
Previously, a patent was filed by Apple which mentioned a unique hinge mechanism to prevent display creasing, something which is common on foldable phones. However, it seems like the idea didn’t work out, forcing the company to go for a dual-screen design instead.
The foldable iPhone will likely be powered by a 3nm chip
If the rumored 2023 launch date is correct, Apple fans should prepare for a long wait. On the bright side, we can look forward to a relatively cheaper foldable Apple device with minimal technical issues.