Folding iPhone Price Rumor Will Make Your Wallet Cry For Mercy

Early whispers are suggesting that Apple’s first foldable iPhone could debut at a cost that will either push the loyalty of Apple fans or turn the phone into a sales dud. Currently referred to as the iPhone Fold, the phone will effectively sit in the luxury side of the mobile world, costing around $2,400, which is $500 more than a Galaxy Z Fold 7 and twice that of an iPhone 17 Pro Max.

According to a report by Investing.com, Apple will be positioning the iPhone Fold not as a mainstream device, but as a true premium piece de resistance. The only question is if customers will bite.

Perhaps part of the so-called Apple tax could be tied to Apple's R&D into some of the Fold's proprietary tech. The company has been reportedly prioritizing a customized near-invisible crease OLED display and a highly durable hinge mechanism ...