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Apple's first foldable iPhone set for September release, report claims

Apple is reportedly on track to release its first foldable iPhone in September, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Despite earlier rumors of production delays due to component issues, recent reports suggest that manufacturing challenges have been resolved. The base iPhone 18 model, however, is expected to launch in spring 2027. AI

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Apple's first foldable iPhone set for September release, report claims

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Apple iPhone Foldable Release Date: What A New Report Reveals About September

    Apple’s next special event is barely a month away, but exactly when will the first foldable iPhone go on sale, and will it be late?