Apple to Launch $1,999 Foldable iPhone in 2026 Analyst Predicts 10M Units Sold in First Year
Apple is predicted to launch a $1,999 foldable iPhone in September 2026. JPMorgan’s Samik Chatterjee forecasts over 10 million units sold in the first year.
After years of speculation, Apple is finally expected to enter the foldable phone race and it won’t come cheap.
According to a new report from JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee, Apple is preparing to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in September 2026, with a projected retail price of $1,999.
Despite the premium price tag, Chatterjee predicts Apple could ship over 10 million units in its debut year, citing strong brand loyalty and growing global interest in foldable devices.
Sources suggest the foldable iPhone will feature a 7.9-inch OLED display when unfolded, Apple Pencil support, and a new hinge mechanism designed to minimize screen creasing placing it in direct competition with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold series.
Insiders say the tech giant is betting on a luxury-first strategy, positioning the foldable iPhone as both a status symbol and productivity powerhouse.
Apple has not officially confirmed the launch, but supply chain activity and internal leaks point to active development and testing.
With the smartphone market evolving and competition intensifying, Apple’s entry into foldables could redefine the high-end mobile category once again.
