iPhone Ultra: Major design issues could delay Apple's foldable indefinitely, says leaked info

Apple’s highly anticipated entry into the foldable market has hit a critical roadblock, says a new report from a known supply chain insider, claiming that trial production for the foldable iPhone Fold (internally known as the iPhone Ultra) has stalled due to durability concerns.

According to the leak, Apple has actually made significant progress in one of the industry's toughest areas - the display crease. Internal testing results reportedly show a screen that maintains a "visually creaseless" look with long-term use/

However, the hinge mechanism remains the primary bottleneck. The mechanical hinge is currently failing to meet Apple's stringent quality standards after high-frequency folding tests.

While the screen holds up, the physical wear and tear on the internal moving parts are deemed unacceptable for a retail device, which is why Apple is ready to delay the launch of the iPhone Ultra/Fold indefinitely rather than release a product with mechanical flaws.

If Apple solves the hardware challenges on time, the first foldable iPhone should be announced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series in September, powered by the 2nm A20 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence. However, if these mechanical issues persist, a slip into 2027 is likely as Apple refuses to compromise.