Today, with the continuous innovation of technology, Apple seems to be on the forefront again. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest forecast points out that Apple’s upcoming first foldable iPhone will use Touch ID integrated with side buttons instead of the under-screen fingerprint sensor that everyone expects. The latest news has undoubtedly attracted widespread attention, especially as rumors of the 2026 iPhone are intensifying.
Ming-Chi Kuo reiterated his views from six months ago on social media, emphasizing the possibility of side button Touch ID. He mentioned that although the news of using under-screen ultrasonic fingerprint sensors is circulating in the market, he thinks this is unlikely. Luxshare Precision is expected to provide a side-button Touch ID module for this foldable iPhone. This design is similar to the technology Apple uses on iPad Air and iPad mini, showing Apple’s consistent design philosophy.
From the appearance point of view, this foldable iPhone will present a book-like design, with an inner screen size of about 7.8 inches and an outer screen size of about 5.5 inches. The price is expected to be between $2,000 and $2,500. Ming-Chi Kuo even hinted that Apple may cancel Face ID authentication to save internal space in the folding design. This bold design choice makes us wonder whether Apple is redefining the way users interact with their devices.
In terms of user experience, the integration of Touch ID will bring a more convenient way to unlock, especially when the phone is folded, users can quickly unlock the phone without opening it. This design will undoubtedly improve user efficiency. At the same time, Apple’s exploration of folding screen technology has also injected new vitality into the market. The emergence of foldable mobile phones has not only changed people’s perception of the form of mobile phones, but also provided new ideas for future mobile electronic device design.
However, technological progress is also accompanied by challenges. Issues such as the durability and display effects of folding screens are still the focus of consumers. Whether Apple can make a breakthrough in this aspect will directly affect user acceptance and market response. In addition, the price factor cannot be ignored. Whether the pricing strategy of $2,000 to $2,500 can be accepted by the public still needs time to verify.
In short, the upcoming launch of Apple’s first foldable iPhone is not only a challenge to its own technology, but may also trigger changes in the entire industry. We look forward to Apple bringing us more surprises in future releases. Whether it is design innovation or technological breakthrough, it is the focus worthy of our attention.
