For the past few months, details about Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone have been floating around. Now, a few more reports have surfaced online that indicate the device could be ready for testing soon.
According to in the reportarriving from China, Apple asked its suppliers to send the necessary samples of components for the foldable iPhone to Hon Hai Group in mainland China, which is another name for Foxconn, a contract manufacturer. for Apple iPhone.
The Chinese company was tasked with creating a foldable iPhone for testing. While Apple Lossless Audio CODEC (ALAC), preparing to complete the phone's appearance and testing process, it is expected that the smartphone will not be released until the second half of 2022.
It has also been reported that South Korean giant Samsung may supply foldable display panels, while Nissei will be the hinge supplier. In addition, Foxconn will be responsible for assembling the first foldable iPhone.
Another report claims that Apple is choosing between OLED and MicroLED panels for a foldable smartphone, which will also affect the production method. While the MicroLED screen is better in terms of features, it remains to be seen if they have reached the point where Apple can use it in commercial products.
Currently, companies such as Samsung, Huawei and Motorola have already launched their foldable smartphones on the market. While Apple plans to release its first foldable phone, these brands are using second and third generation devices. Other Chinese companies that are working on folding devices include the likes of Xiaomi, OPPO and Vivo.
OPPO recently unveiled its OPPO X 2021 concept smartphone with a retractable display, which seems very interesting. So far, however, this is just a concept smartphone, the commercial viability of which is not yet known.
