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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business Standard
Apple's first foldable iPhone may arrive in 2026, says analyst Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple's first foldable iPhone could feature a 7.8-inch inner display, ultra-thin design, and dual cameras, with mass production expected in 2026 New Delhi Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch its first foldable iPhone, with mass production expected to begin in the second half of 2026. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has begun finalising key specifications of the device, including its display, while other components such as the hinge remain undecided. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kuo noted that the foldable display is among the few components with confirmed specifications and will be supplied by Samsung Display. Samsung is said to be preparing annual production capacity for seven to eight million foldable panels dedicated to Apple's 2026 launch, though actual manufacturing may only span a few months that year. Foxconn, Apple's long-time manufacturing partner, is expected to kick off the foldable iPhone project in late 2025, with full-scale production beginning in the second half of 2026. Kuo stated that Apple has placed an order for 15 to 20 million foldable iPhones. However, this figure reflects cumulative demand across a two to three year lifecycle rather than shipments in 2026 alone—indicating Apple anticipates steady annual demand through 2027 and 2028. Foldable iPhone: What to expect Kuo previously reported that Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to adopt a book-style form factor with a notably thin profile. The device could measure between 9mm and 9.5mm when folded, and just 4.5mm to 4.8mm when unfolded. The device is likely to feature a 5.5-inch external display and a 7.8-inch main screen with minimal visible crease. These estimates were echoed by analyst Jeff Pu, who added that the outer screen could offer a resolution of 2,088 x 1,422 pixels, while the internal display might feature 2,713 x 1,920 pixels. Kuo also said the device could use a hinge made of stainless steel and titanium alloy, with a titanium frame for the casing—similar to the material used on Apple's current iPhone Pro models. The foldable iPhone is expected to house a dual rear camera system, along with separate front-facing cameras on both the cover and main displays.
Stuff.tv
10-06-2025
- Stuff.tv
I don't think the next iPhone will be the 17 – here's why
Yep, you read that right. Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 is at the top of my list of the best upcoming phones. Or at least, it was. That's because I don't think the next iPhone will be called the 17. In fact, I think Apple's going to break its (more or less intact) 18-year naming streak to entirely ditch the numbers from the name. 'Why, oh why, dare I make such a daring statement?', you may ask. At WWDC 2025, Apple unveiled its latest software for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Except, instead of calling the next major iPhone update iOS 19 as everyone expected, Apple called in iOS 26. The goal was to get all software versions on the same number, to make things less confusing for users. And I think Apple's about to do the exact same thing for the iPhone 17. Rather than sticking the number 17 at the end, I expect Apple to drop the numbers from the next iPhone line-up. Instead, I think we'll see the following new models: iPhone – in place of iPhone 17 iPhone Air – in place of iPhone 17 iPhone Pro (6.3-inch) – in place of iPhone 17 Pro iPhone Pro (6.9-inch) – in place of iPhone 17 Pro Max That prediction very closely mirrors the naming scheme for both the MacBook and iPad line-ups, with the screen size differentiating between the smaller and larger Pro models. I suspect Apple will do the same thing with the affordable 'e' model – but in the spring when the next model releases rather than this September. It wouldn't be the first time Apple deviated from its normal naming system, with the tenth-anniversary iPhone X being my prime example. And on the back of the new software naming system, I think it makes perfect sense. Who knows, we may even see the same thing happen with the next Apple Watch models.
Korea Herald
09-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
OLED growth dims as Trump tariffs threaten smartphone sales
Concerns are mounting over the potential slowdown in global smartphone shipments, triggered by US President Donald Trump's escalating tariff policies, which may in turn dampen the growth momentum of Korea's OLED display industry. According to market tracker Counterpoint Research on Monday, the global smartphone shipment growth forecast for this year has been revised down from 4.2 percent to 1.9 percent. The downgrade was attributed to new uncertainties surrounding US tariffs, the report said. Apple, the single largest buyer in the OLED market, remains at the center of attention as Korean panel suppliers closely monitor the unfolding trade developments. Another research firm, Omdia, also lowered its forecast for smartphone panel market growth, from 5 percent to 4 percent, citing weakening demand. Smartphone displays, which account for the largest share of the overall display market, are expected to see declining revenues. Market watchers warn that if tariffs are imposed on finished products such as smartphones, it could lead to higher retail prices and dampened consumer demand, and possibly force smartphone makers to pass the burden down to their suppliers. Currently, it is estimated that Samsung Display supplies about half of OLED panels for iPhones, followed by LG Display with 30 percent and China's BOE with 20 percent. For premium models such as the iPhone Pro, Korean firms are believed to be the sole suppliers. 'Should the Trump administration implement tariffs on smartphones, device manufacturers are likely to consider price hikes and component cost reductions to offset the impact,' said Im Mi-hye, a senior researcher at the Korea Eximbank's Overseas Economic Research Institute. 'Display makers will need to further intensify cost-cutting efforts to stay competitive.' Meanwhile, Chinese panel makers -- less reliant on Apple -- are expected to continue expanding their market share by catering primarily to local smartphone brands. Despite the overall market downgrade, Counterpoint Research forecasted Huawei's shipments to rise by 11 percent this year, saying that supply bottlenecks for key components are expected to ease by year-end, allowing Huawei to secure a solid foothold in China's mid- to low-end market. The TV OLED segment, where Korean companies hold a production monopoly, is also facing headwinds. In the first quarter of this year, average selling prices of OLED TV panels fell by 5 to 9 percent compared to a year ago, continuing a downward trend that began in the third quarter of 2023. 'In the short term, the US tariff policy may have a limited impact on Korea's display industry,' said an industry source who requested anonymity. 'However, in the long term, fears of inflation and global economic slowdown are likely to dampen demand for IT devices -- and with it, the demand and pricing power for displays as well.'
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
One of the biggest Apple analyst does not want Apple to listen to Donald Trump's 25% tariff warning on making iPhones in India; says: It is far better to …
Apple has significantly ramped up iPhone production in India, with vendors shipping 2.9 million units to the United States in April 2025, a 76% year-on-year surge, according to market research firm Omdia, as cited by the Economic Times. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This milestone underscores Apple's strategic pivot to diversify manufacturing away from China, driven by geopolitical tensions and U.S. tariffs, despite renewed pressure from President Donald Trump to relocate production to American soil. Market tracker Counterpoint Research aligns with Omdia, estimating India's iPhone exports to the U.S. in April at 2.9–3 million units, with similar volumes expected for May. The April figures mark a continuation of Apple's efforts to reduce its reliance on China, where iPhone exports to the U.S. plummeted 76% to 900,000 units from 3.7 million a year earlier, per Omdia. This shift follows Apple's accelerated production in India to meet a critical April 2, 2025, deadline, when the U.S. imposed steep retaliatory tariffs targeting countries with trade deficits, hitting China hardest. However, April's export numbers dipped slightly from March due to seasonal trends, as the April-June period typically sees weaker shipments ahead of Apple's September product launches, industry executives told the publication. Trump's Tariff threats and warning on Apple manufacturing in India loom large President Trump escalated his 'America First' manufacturing push last week, threatening a 25% tariff on iPhones sold in the U.S. that are not produced domestically. This follows his broader trade policies, including tariffs imposed in April 2025, aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, "I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhone's that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or anyplace else. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the U.S. Thank your for your attention to this matter!", as per his post. However, analysts warn that relocating iPhone assembly to the U.S. would drastically increase costs. Ming-Chi Kuo, an Apple analyst at TF Securities in Hong Kong, estimated that the U.S.-made iPhone Pro models could retail for over $3,000, up from $1,119, due to higher labor costs and logistical challenges in sourcing components. 'In terms of profitability, it's far better for Apple to absorb the 25% tariff than to move assembly lines to the U.S.,' Kuo said, as quoted by the report. China remains key to Apple manufacturing, India emerging India has emerged as a cornerstone of Apple's global strategy, accounting for 21% of worldwide iPhone shipments in Q1 2025, with projections suggesting a rise to 25–26% by year-end, per Omdia. The country now produces high-end models like the iPhone Pro and Pro Max, with workforce training largely complete. However, scaling production remains a challenge due to infrastructure limitations and the complexity of Apple's supply chain, which relies on over 200 key suppliers in China, according to Sanyam Chaurasia, an analyst at Canalys (now part of Omdia). 'China remains deeply entrenched in Apple's ecosystem. Shifting to the U.S. would mean unraveling a tightly interwoven supply chain,' Chaurasia told the Economic Times. India's rapid ascent as a tech manufacturing hub has been boosted by government incentives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which has attracted investments from Apple's key partners, such as Foxconn and Pegatron. Recent reports indicate Foxconn expanded its Tamil Nadu facility in May 2025, creating 10,000 additional jobs to support Apple's production goals. Meanwhile, Apple's push into India aligns with broader industry trends, as companies like Samsung and Google also increase manufacturing in India to hedge against U.S.- China trade tensions . With new iPhone models expected in September 2025, Apple's ability to scale production in India while navigating U.S. trade policies will be critical to maintaining its market dominance. For consumers, the outcome could determine whether the next iPhone remains affordable or becomes a luxury only a few can afford.
Phone Arena
26-05-2025
- Phone Arena
After large camera islands, the iPhone will undergo further cosmetic changes in the next two years
*Image credit — Majin Bu For months, multiple reports from various sources inside the smartphone industry have all but confirmed that the iPhone 17 series is undergoing a redesign. Aside from this controversial change, Apple is reportedly planning further design upgrades for the iPhone releases of 2026 and 2027.A report ( translated source ) from inside the supply chain reveals that the iPhone 17 's large camera islands are just the start of Apple's new upgrades. The iPhone 18, which will come out in 2026, will be moving the Face ID under the display, and the screen will do away with the Dynamic Island for a punch hole instead.A lot more importantly, in my opinion, the iPhone that will come out in 2027 will finally feature a screen with no cutouts. The Face ID as well as the front selfie camera will be moved under the display, making for an iPhone with a truly full-screen front. This is something that I have been hoping for for a very long time, especially because other phone manufacturers may follow suit. The RedMagic 10 Pro has a display with no cutouts. | Video credit — RedMagic 2027 will be the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, and Apple is expected to launch a new iPhone Pro model as well as the long-rumored foldable iPhone. Reports about the new Pro model indicate that it will focus on a mostly glass-based design. The iPhone with a screen without any cutouts might just be that new Pro popularized the trend of notches on phone displays after the Sharp Aquos S2 first sported one back in 2017. This also gave birth to the punch hole design that most modern smartphones still use. As someone who refuses to compromise on the display of a device, I cannot wait for the industry to pivot back to cutout-free screens. Hopefully, under-display cameras will be good enough by 2027 for Apple to not abort its current plan. After multiple years of the same design being used each year for a new iPhone launch, I'm glad that Apple is being more experimental with its phones. Naturally, like the rear camera islands on the iPhone 17 Pro, not all of these changes will be well received. There will even likely be certain people who would not want the Dynamic Island or punch hole cutouts gone. I, however, cannot wait to leave notches and other distractions on phone displays behind for good.
