Apple's folding screen project is shifting to large-screen devices, and iPad or MacBook may be the first to try it out

According to information revealed through supply chain channels, Apple is actively promoting folding screen technology projects. However, the latest research and development focus has shifted to "larger screen devices," which implies that a folding screen iPhone may not come out soon, but it is more likely that a folding screen iPad or MacBook notebook device will be launched first.

According to paid reports from the media DigiTimes, Apple began research and development work on the folding screen project as early as 5 years ago. However, due to the company's leadership's strict requirements on product quality, the project did not progress as quickly as expected.

According to the editor’s understanding, Apple has extremely strict technical requirements for hinges and flexible screens of folding screen devices. Although hinge technology has improved significantly in recent years, Apple seems to have yet to find a solution that meets its high standards when it comes to flexible screen technology. This shows that Apple is more cautious in adopting new technologies and pays attention to product stability and user experience. This may also be one of the reasons why its products have always attracted much attention.

DigiTimes also mentioned that Apple has suspended cooperation with Samsung in the research and development of folding screen panels and has instead deployed Vision Pro engineers to the foldable project. This decision shows that Apple pays more attention to caution and concentration in the research and development of folding screen technology.

Nonetheless, despite reports that Apple has suspended research and development of foldable devices, DigiTimes pointed out that Apple is still working on this aspect. It is reported that Apple has set up multiple departments dedicated to different foldable product lines. It is expected that Apple may launch its first foldable screen device in 2025. Prior to this, people were full of expectations for Apple to make more breakthroughs in folding screen technology.

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