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Developing· Apple· Published Aug 5, 2026

Foldable Phone Shipments May Rise This Year as Apple Enters the Market

MacRumors, citing DigiTimes and industry sources, says global foldable smartphone shipments are expected to climb this year as Apple’s first foldable enters the mix. The report also points to Samsung’s continued lead and a strong fourth quarter for the category.

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Signal Summary

The outlet says the foldable market may get a boost from wider designs, more brand participation, and Apple’s planned entry. It also notes that supply pressures in the broader smartphone market have not stopped foldables from expanding.

Why It Matters

If MacRumors’ report is accurate, Apple’s move could help pull more buyers into foldables and push the category into a bigger mainstream phase. That would matter for rivals like Samsung as well as for suppliers watching demand trends into the year’s busiest shopping period.

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Based on MacRumors’ reporting of DigiTimes’ industry-source claims. The piece presents expectations and timelines, not official confirmation from Apple.

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    Foldable Smartphone Sales to Rise 20% This Year Due to 'iPhone Ultra'

    “Global foldable smartphone shipments are expected to grow 20% in 2026 compared to last year, with Apple's first entry into the category cited as one of the factors driving the incr”
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