Apple's Foldable iPhone Will Have a Samsung-Made OLED Display
Apple selected Samsung Display to supply OLED panels for its first foldable iPhone.
Aditya Raj
July 1, 2026 · 1 min read
Apple has selected Samsung Display as the OLED panel supplier for its first foldable iPhone, expected in late 2026 or early 2027. The device will feature a 7.6-inch foldable main display and 5.5-inch cover screen, leveraging Samsung's ultra-thin glass technology.
Apple has officially chosen Samsung Display as the primary supplier of OLED panels for its first-ever foldable iPhone, according to industry sources familiar with the supply chain.
Samsung Display will reportedly begin mass production of the foldable OLED panels in the second half of this year. The panels are expected to feature ultra-thin glass (UTG) technology, similar to what Samsung uses in its own Galaxy Z Fold series.
“Samsung Display's foldable OLED technology gives Apple a reliable, battle-tested foundation for its entry into the foldable market.”
— Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple is said to be targeting a 7.6-inch main display when unfolded, with a 5.5-inch cover display. The device is expected to run a customized version of iOS optimized for the foldable form factor.
Pro Tip
This partnership mirrors Samsung's existing relationship with Apple for iPhone OLED panels, but marks the first time Samsung will supply foldable displays to its rival.
Industry analysts note that Apple's meticulous quality standards have delayed entry into the foldable market, but the partnership with Samsung Display signals production is finally on track for a potential 2026 or early 2027 release.
Key Takeaways
- 1 Samsung Display will mass-produce foldable OLED panels for Apple's first foldable iPhone
- 2 The device is expected to feature a 7.6-inch main display and 5.5-inch cover screen
- 3 Production is reportedly on track for a late 2026 or early 2027 launch
- 4 Apple is using Samsung's ultra-thin glass technology for the foldable panel
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Apple's foldable iPhone launch?
Industry sources suggest a late 2026 or early 2027 launch window, with Samsung Display beginning panel mass production this year.
Will the foldable iPhone use the same display technology as Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold?
Yes, the panels are expected to use Samsung's ultra-thin glass (UTG) technology, similar to what Samsung uses in its own foldable devices.
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