Just a few weeks ago, we were living in a fickle world where Apple would launch at least two foldable devices in 2026, and according to a new report from GSMArena, Apple may delay the launch of its foldable devices until at least 2027, possibly even 2028 could be delayed until at least 2027, possibly even 2028

The Apple foldable prediction comes courtesy of analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, a reliable source of information According to Kuo, Apple was supposed to start production of the first foldable in 2026, but postponed it to late 2027 or early 2028

Allegedly, Apple is working on a foldable 205-inch Macbook/iPad hybrid as for the iPhone Flip, Apple has already shipped phones like the Motorola Razr and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, which are The patent application suggests that Apple is developing a clamshell-style phone, which is favored by already shipping phones such as the Motorola Razr and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

Kuo's report claims that the hybrid will have a display size of 188 inches, and Apple has dropped plans for a 205-inch design Production delays, he says, are due to “technical challenges” regarding the display and mechanical components

Since Kuo claims that the foldable MacBook will be Apple's first foldable, the report does not mention the iPhone Flip, which was also supposed to debut in 2026 Therefore, the delay in that product is likely causing a delay in the production of the foldable iPhone

Another delay is not really a surprise when it comes to Apple's foldable idea We have seen reports and rumors about the iPhone Flip under various names since at least 2016 Since then, Apple has filed a number of patents related to some form of foldable device, hinting that the company is at least thinking about a foldable

This is not even the first year that we have seen reports of an Apple foldable being delayed or even possibly cancelled

Because we are trapped in a cycle of rumor and speculation, it is unclear what Apple is looking for when it comes to foldable devices, or why the Cupertino company's version continues to be delayed Without getting into this ring, it is difficult to make the best folding device

It is also possible that they are trying to be the first to include a crease-free display, something other foldable manufacturers have yet to achieve Still, the longer Apple waits, the farther and better competitors like Honor's Magic V2 and OnePlus Open will be