According to Korean media ET News, production of foldable [abc]OLED[/abc] screens for Apple's first foldable model has already started, with the product expected to be ready next year.
Foldable iPhone, dedicated production line at Samsung Display ?££££
These screens are manufactured by Samsung Display, which is said to be establishing a dedicated production line at its A3 factory in the city of Asan in Chungcheong province in South Korea. Work on this line is reportedly nearing completion to ultimately produce 15 million 7" (17.78 cm) foldable screens per year.
Foldable iPhone: exclusive agreement between Apple and Samsung Display ?££££
Apple is reportedly planning to launch 6 to 8 million foldable iPhones in 2026, and Samsung is already preparing to increase the quantity for the following years. Rumors from several sources agree that the agreement between Apple and Samsung is exclusive and would last several years. We know that Apple has a habit of diversifying its suppliers to reduce costs, but Samsung's experience in the field of foldable screens is undeniable, making it an inevitable partner for this key model.
