Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Still on Track for September Debut
Apple is preparing for a September 2026 debut of the foldable iPhone Ultra. Suppliers in Taiwan and China have received guidance to prepare parts. The device is advancing toward production after resolving a key hurdle.
What changed
New reports confirm that 3D-printed hinge issues are fixed and suppliers have clear guidance.
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iPhone Ultra Foldable Remains on Track for September Launch
confidence 90%Apple is preparing for a September 2026 debut of the foldable iPhone Ultra. Suppliers in Taiwan and China have received guidance to prepare parts. The device is advancing toward production after resolving a key hurdle.
What's confirmed:
- Suppliers in China and Taiwan have guidance to prepare parts for a September unveiling.
- The foldable iPhone Ultra is moving toward production.
Still unconfirmed:
- The device may debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
- Mass production begins in July.
- The device is launching this fall but some reports claim users might have to wait.
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iPhone Ultra Foldable Expected for September 2026 Debut
confidence 70%Reports from the supply chain indicate Apple is on track to launch the foldable iPhone Ultra in September 2026. The device may debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. Some reports suggest mass production begins in July.
What's confirmed:
- The foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to launch in September 2026.
- Apple has approved production of OLED panels for a foldable iPhone.
Still unconfirmed:
- The iPhone Ultra will have a base price of $2,000 and a high-end variant costing $2,200.
- Apple has approved development for a second-generation iPhone Ultra 2.
- The device will launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
- Mass production of the iPhone Ultra will start in July.
- A leaked video of the device is supported by iOS 27 code.
- The iPhone Ultra 2 will use the same display as the first-generation model.