Apple’s Foldable iPhone: Exploring the ‘iPhone Ultra’ and Potential Pricing

Apple is widely anticipated to release its first foldable iPhone, potentially named the ‘iPhone Ultra,’ in September. Rumors surrounding the device suggest a high-end price point, potentially starting at $1,999, and key component sourcing from Samsung.

Naming and Potential Price Points

While initially referred to as the ‘iPhone Fold,’ recent leaks suggest Apple may opt for the ‘iPhone Ultra’ moniker, aligning with its naming convention for premium Apple Watch and chip models . Pricing predictions vary, with initial estimates reaching as high as $2,399. However, more recent reports indicate a starting price closer to $2,000.

Here’s a breakdown of potential pricing based on current exchange rates and Apple’s typical pricing strategies:

• 256GB: $1,999
• 512GB: $2,199
• 1TB: $2,399

Component Sourcing: Samsung’s Role

Samsung is expected to supply the RAM for the iPhone Fold (or iPhone Ultra), providing 12GB of RAM . This is the same RAM allocation as the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air.

Conflicting Price Predictions

Early leaks from leaker Instant Digital suggested Chinese pricing of RMB 15,999 for the 256GB model, equating to approximately $2,330. However, another leaker, WayLabs, proposed a significantly lower price, potentially exceeding RMB 10,000 (around $1,221). The final price remains uncertain, but current indications point towards a price closer to the $1,999 – $2,399 range.

Launch Timeline

The iPhone Fold (or iPhone Ultra) is expected to be officially unveiled in September .