Apple’s first foldable MacBook rumored for early 2026 release

Rumors about Apple’s first foldable product have been confusing and messy at best. The initial rumor hinted at a foldable iPhone slated for 2026. After that, rumors surfaced about a foldable MacBook, followed by reports that the Cupertino firm is working on both a foldable iPhone and iPad. However, early this month, rumors of a foldable MacBook resurfaced, and now, the renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed a few details about this mysterious laptop.  According to Kuo, LG will be manufacturing the display for Apple’s foldable MacBook. The screen is said to be around 20.25 or 18.8 inches and folds into a standard 14-15-inch or 13-14-inch laptop, respectively. Most interestingly, the report says Apple’s M5 silicon chip will power the foldable MacBook. The foldable MacBook will have one heck of a price tag Image: KnowTechie As we know, following Samsung’s foldable smartphone revolution, a foldable product needs a more advanced hinge and a specialized display. Kuo claims Apple is looking to make the foldable MacBook display as crease-free as possible, which would require high-end hinges and displays that would also increase the cost significantly.  Amphenol, the company that manufactures the MacBook’s metal injection molding hinges, is likely to handle the hinge production. According to the report, the initial estimate for the hinge could be $200- $250, and for the display, $600- $650. So, if you believe this would be an expensive product, you are on the right track, as Kuo does. He thinks the foldable MacBook’s price could reach…Apple’s first foldable MacBook rumored for early 2026 release

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