This forecast was made by international experts, based on analysis of sources from the global supply chain. According to expert Ming Chi-Kuo, Apple will launch the iPhone Fold in 2026 and aim to sell 8 to 10 million units next year and 20-25 million units in 2027.
These figures are all far beyond previous forecasts and show great ambition for Apple. According to Phone Arena, Apple could create a bright spot in the foldable smartphone market, which has been stagnant for several years. Currently, smartphones are produced by many companies, notably Samsung and Huawei. However, the proportion of this segment in the general smartphone market is still quite small.
If Apple can sell 8-10 million foldable iPhones next year, they could surpass some of their competitors. For example, Samsung has sold about 5 million Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. According to the analysis, including the accumulated sales in 2025, Samsung's two super smartphones will find it difficult to achieve the number set by Apple.
If Apple sells 20-25 million foldable iPhones in 2027, it will be a dream number for all competitors. In general, Apple's confidence in the foldable iPhone is increasing. Apple's presence in the foldable smartphone market will create fierce competition with Samsung, Huawei or Oppo.
In addition to the foldable iPhone, Apple also plans to launch an iPad model early and expects sales of 500,000 to 1 million units by 2028. In addition, the next, lighter, more affordable version of the Vision Pro headset is also in Apple's plans for the near future.
