Apple iPhone 18 Fold is coming soon: 5 biggest rumors and leaks going into 2026

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• The iPhone Fold could come close to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 in terms of thickness.
• Apple's first foldable iPhone might bring Touch ID back to iPhones.
• It is rumored to sport a smaller display than the iPhone 16.

Apple is reportedly set to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in 2026. Ahead of the big iPhone 17 launch, more details about the long-rumored iPhone Fold have emerged. It is said to be a book-style foldable like the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. 

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