Seamless hinges for the iPhone Fold may be copied by rivals, and by Apple itself for an iPad Fold.
A rumor suggests that Apple's seamless hinge design for the iPhone Fold may be copied by competitors and potentially used in an iPad Fold. Reports indicate that the iPhone Fold is experiencing manufacturing issues related to its hinge, which could delay its launch. Despite speculation about an iPad Fold, it is believed that such a device is still years away from release.
- ▪Apple's seamless hinge design for the iPhone Fold may be replicated by other manufacturers.
- ▪The iPhone Fold is reportedly failing manufacturing tests due to hinge issues.
- ▪There is uncertainty about whether the iPhone Fold's launch will be delayed into 2027.
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Rumor Seamless hinges for the iPhone Fold may be copied by rivals, and by Apple itself for an iPad Fold. William Gallagher 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Tue May 19 2026, 07:48 AM EDT · 1 minute read iPhone Fold will have a seamless hinge Rumor Score 🤔 Possible A new rumor claims that a version of Apple's method of making a seamless hinge for the iPhone Fold will be replicated by others, suggesting that it works the best. The idea seems to be that Apple will effectively train Chinese manufacturers on how to make the perfect hinge, and then may use the idea itself for an iPad Fold. Although most recent rumors have claimed that Apple has postponed working on a folding iPad, or may never release one, and opinions are divided over whether that's a shame or not.
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