Apple's Foldable iPhone Launch Expected in September, Production Challenges Remain

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:59:00 +0200

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple’s highly anticipated foldable iPhone is still slated for a September unveiling, coinciding with the release of the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. This news follows a recent report by Nikkei Asia highlighting production difficulties that caused Apple's stock to experience a decline. While Gurman initially suggested a later release date, he now indicates that Apple internally believes a September launch is achievable. The device's innovative display and materials may lead to limited initial availability, but Apple plans to release it alongside the non-foldable models. However, Gurman cautions that the timeline is not finalized due to ongoing production ramp-up challenges, acknowledging that the release could still be delayed. The article also includes humorous comments from Slashdot users speculating on the product's name and potential features, and mentions unrelated trade-related news concerning Apple's manufacturing locations.