Apple loyalists hoping to snap shut their foldable iPhone by autumn may need to exercise a little more patience. The iPhone Fold, initially expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at Apple’s September event, might not ship with these iPhones.
According to Apple analyst Tim Long, the iPhone Fold will likely begin shipping in December, rather than in September. This contradicts previous reports suggesting a September release (via MacRumors).
AI VisualizationSo, what will Apple showcase in September 2026?
To me, it sounds like Apple could still showcase the iPhone Fold at the iPhone 18 Pro launch (as a teaser or brief preview of the technology that has gone into the smartphone), while clearly indicating that it will start shipping in a few months.
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