Polymers are made of flexible materials such as silicon and acrylic, which is expected to significantly reduce light reflection.

Apple plans to apply foldable technology to iPhone, hybrid tablets (pads), laptops, and other products through the patent.

Apple launched the foldable iPhone in 2026 and started selecting major partners.

"Apple has decided to release the foldable iPhone in 2026, which is later than expected," a senior Apple official told Alpha Biz. "As it is released later than its competitors, we know that cutting-edge technologies will be concentrated."

"The foldable iPhones will be made thinner and lighter than our competitors," the official said. "In particular, the goal is to prevent wrinkles that our competitors are struggling."

 

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