Some people outside of Apple have already used the folding iPhone

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1. 1h ago

   Apple's foldable iPhone Ultra may debut in September

   Apple's first foldable device, the iPhone Ultra, is expected to be released in September with a 7.8-inch display and a price over $2,000. External testers have trialed the device, citing a positive reception of the hardware design but disappointment with camera performance. The device aims to compete with Google and Samsung's foldable handsets.

   Why it matters

   The iPhone Ultra marks Apple's entry into the foldable phone market, where it will compete with established players like Google and Samsung. The device's high price and features will be crucial in determining its success. Apple's strategy with the iPhone Ultra is to offer a premium product with a unique design.

   What is confirmed

   • The iPhone Ultra features a 7.8-inch display.
   • External testers have trialed the iPhone Ultra, citing a positive reception of the hardware design.
   • Camera performance remains a point of disappointment for the iPhone Ultra.
   • 75% of US adults are not interested in buying a foldable iPhone, according to a CNET survey.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The iPhone Ultra may be priced over $2,000.
   • The iPhone Ultra may be introduced in September.
   • The device may be called the iPhone Ultra or iPhone Fold.

   What to watch next

   • The official release date and price of the iPhone Ultra.
   • The final design and features of the device.
   • Consumer interest and sales figures for the iPhone Ultra.
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. www.cnet.com — Apple's Foldable iPhone Ultra: Release Date, Price, and Leaks
   2. www.forbes.com — iPhone Ultra Or iPhone Fold? Why I Predict A New Name For Apple’s Foldable
   3. www.cnet.com — CNET Finds 75% of US Adults Couldn’t Care Less About a Foldable iPhone
   4. www.computerworld.com — Mac production returns to America with the newest Mac mini
   5. www.macrumors.com — 75% of US Adults Aren't Interested in a Foldable iPhone
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2. 2d ago

   External testers evaluate foldable iPhone Ultra ahead of potential launch

   External testers are currently trialing the iPhone Ultra, Apple's first foldable device. Early feedback highlights a positive reception of the hardware design, though camera performance remains a point of disappointment. The device features an ultra-thin build and a 7.8-inch display. While some reports suggest a release as early as September, the product is reportedly missing two significant features. Apple intends to use this device to compete with the wide foldable handsets currently offered by Google and Samsung.

   Why it matters

   Apple is entering the foldable market later than competitors like Samsung and Google. The success of the iPhone Ultra depends on whether Apple can resolve imaging issues and feature gaps before a public release.

   What is confirmed

   • The foldable device is referred to as the iPhone Ultra.
   • External testers have begun using the hardware.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The iPhone Ultra is missing two major features.

   What to watch next

   • Official confirmation of a September release date
   • Detailed specifications regarding the missing features
   • Updated tester feedback on camera performance
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. www.cultofmac.com — Folding iPhone release date is soon — here’s everything we know
   2. www.vice.com — Early Reviews Are in For Apple’s Foldable iPhone Ultra. Here’s What Testers Are Saying
   3. mashable.com — Foldable iPhone Ultra testers love the device except for these two things, report says
   4. www.computerworld.com — Apple’s folding iPhone has already launched – in your head
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3. 2d ago

   Early testers trial Apple's foldable iPhone Ultra

   External testers have begun using Apple's foldable device, referred to as the iPhone Ultra. Mark Gurman reports that the hardware impresses early users, though the camera performance is a point of disappointment. The device enters a market where wide foldables are gaining popularity, positioning Apple to compete with existing shape-shifting handsets from Samsung and Google. While the hardware design is receiving positive feedback, the imaging capabilities remain a primary concern for those trialing the device.

   Why it matters

   Apple is developing a foldable iPhone to revitalize its product appeal. The company faces established competition from the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The foldable device is named the iPhone Ultra.
   • Early testers are impressed by the iPhone Ultra except for its camera.
   • The iPhone Ultra will release when wide foldables are becoming wildly popular.

   What to watch next

   • Official confirmation of the iPhone Ultra name and release date
   • Technical specifications for the foldable camera system
   • Public demonstration of the device hardware
   Sources used for this update (11)

   1. 9to5Mac — New iPhone Ultra leaks cover release timing, availability, and name
   2. Tom's Guide — iPhone Ultra vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: Here’s the one I’m putting my money on
   3. Bloomberg.com — Apple’s Foldable iPhone Will Help Bring Some Magic Back
   4. AppleInsider — Some people outside of Apple have already used the folding iPhone
   5. MacRumors — Gurman: iPhone Ultra Wows Early Testers, Except for Its Camera
   6. Gizmodo — Excited to Take Deep Zoom Photos With Your Foldable iPhone? Get Ready for Disappointment
   7. www.forbes.com — iPhone Fold Release Date: Apple’s Timing Couldn’t Be Better
   8. 9to5Mac — Which do you plan to buy: iPhone 18 Pro or foldable iPhone Ultra? [Poll]
   9. appleinsider.com — Sunday Reboot: AirPods will be the best smart glasses
   10. memeburn.com — Huawei Pura X View Brings Foldable's Best Trick to a Regular Phone
   11. www.cnet.com — I’ve Used Samsung and Google’s New Foldable Phones. Here’s What Apple Must Get Right
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