Apple's foldable iPhone will feature an iPad-like layout and multitasking functions—Bloomberg

LootboxPhobia · 2026-03-11T22:14:19+00:00

Apple plans to launch a foldable iPhone this fall and update iOS to support iPad-like layouts and split-screen apps. The device will feature an internal foldable display and an external small screen, with a design aimed at optimizing video viewing experiences and making it easier for developers to adapt apps to the new layout.

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2026-03-11 22:14:19

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Investing.com – According to Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) will update its iOS operating system this fall when it launches the foldable iPhone, enabling support for a layout similar to the iPad and split-screen app functionality.

Sources reveal that the device will feature an internally foldable display roughly the size of an iPad mini. It will also include an external screen approximately the size of a small iPhone display.

The internal display will have a widescreen aspect ratio, different from the narrow format of current foldable phones. Because the project is still confidential, sources requested anonymity.

Apple’s entry into the foldable phone market will be seven years later than Samsung Electronics’ first model.

Sources say this design aims to make the device more suitable for watching videos. This configuration should also make it easier for developers to redesign their iPhone apps to be more like iPad software.

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