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But that didnt happen.
Speaking to Techsponential president and analyst Avi Greengart, it would seem Im not the only one thinking that.
An unofficial concept image for a foldable iPhone
I have no idea if Apple is preparing to actually launch such a product, Greengart told me.
And then theres the fact thatother phone makers have started to get more involved in making foldable phones.
It would seem odd that Apple wouldnt at least explore this as an option to take its iPhones next.
Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office(Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office)
Where iPhones and iPads meet
This design shows how an iPhone could look when folded.
These two designs show possible ways the screen could store in the body of the rig when folded.
This design shows what a unit would look like when folded into three sections.
Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office(Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office)
But I suspect Id be in the minority here.
Apple has touted the creative elements of iPads, especially when used with anApple Pencil.
I feel the use cases for foldable phones have still yet to be fully established.
Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office(Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office)
But that takes time and tends to require Apple developers to be on board as well.
Ultimately, the secretive nature of Apple means we cant really say exactly whats happened to Apples rumored iPhone.
Right now it feels like it was an idea Apple flirted with but decided to shelve for a bit.
Image credit: Apple / US Patent and Trademark Office(Image credit: Apple )
