The iPhone Fold is expected to debut this year. Let’s look at the tech…
A foldable iPhone – which may be called iPhone Ultra – could be released this year.
The Samsung Galaxy Fold was a pioneering mobile device when it was released in 2019, despite its problems.
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How other companies have made folding phones and what Apple may do differently
Key fact
Modern foldable phones use OLED-based displays built on a flexible, bendable plastic, often polyimide. The OLED layer uses organic light-emitting materials that generate light at each pixel, meaning no backlight is required. The materials are delicate and the surface must withstand daily use so a protective top layer – typically ultra-thin glass – is added for durability and scratch resistance.