Apple Plans 10 Million Foldable iPhones in Major Expansion
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– Apple plans a broader iPhone launch schedule from the second half of 2026 through the first half of 2027, including a higher production target for foldable iPhones.
– Apple has asked suppliers to manufacture about 10 million foldable iPhones this year, up from an earlier estimate of seven million to eight million units.
– The expanded production is part of a lineup expected to include at least five new iPhone models.
– Smartphone makers are increasing investments in foldable devices despite global supply constraints, with Samsung leading the premium segment and Chinese manufacturers like Huawei expanding offerings.
– Apple shares rose about 1.7% in the previous trading session, and the company has not publicly commented on the reported plans.
Apple is gearing up for an aggressive iPhone expansion that spans the second half of 2026 and the first half of 2027, with a notable increase in production targets for its much-anticipated foldable iPhone.
According to the report, the tech giant has instructed suppliers to prepare for manufacturing roughly 10 million foldable iPhones this year. That figure marks a significant jump from the earlier estimate of seven million to eight million units. This expanded production is part of a broader lineup that is expected to include at least five new iPhone models.
The boost in production comes at a time when smartphone manufacturers are pouring resources into foldable devices, even as the global supply chain for key components remains constrained. Samsung Electronics has long led the premium foldable segment, but Chinese brands such as Huawei have also been broadening their offerings in this space.
By entering the foldable category at a larger scale, Apple appears to be reinforcing its position in the premium smartphone market. Shares of Apple rose roughly 1.7% in the previous trading session. The company has not publicly addressed the reported production plans.
(Source: Yahoo Entertainment)
