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Apple Foldable iPhone Hinge Failures Stall Production, Delay Possible

Lena Fischer 2 min read

Apple's foldable iPhone development faces a setback as hinge durability issues stall trial production, potentially delaying the fall 2026 launch. The hinge uses liquid metal for the first time.

Apple Foldable iPhone Hinge Failures Stall Production, Delay Possible
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Apple's development of a foldable iPhone, reportedly called the iPhone Ultra or iPhone Fold, has hit a significant snag. According to a leaker known as Instant Digital, the device's hinge is failing to maintain structural integrity under high-frequency use. This issue has stalled trial production and could delay the planned launch.

Liquid metal hinge fails durability tests

The company is using Liquid Metal, also known as metallic glass, in the hinge for the first time in a major component. This material choice is intended to improve durability, but the hinge has not held up during testing. The failures have forced Apple to pause trial production while engineers work on a fix.

Apple iPhone Ultra foldable hinge using Liquid Metal material
The Liquid Metal hinge is a first for Apple in a major component.

A fall 2026 launch is still rumored to be on track, but the hinge problems could push that timeline back. Apple has not confirmed any release date. The company is reportedly under pressure as competitors Samsung and Huawei already dominate the foldable market.

Instant Digital, the source of the hinge failure information, has not provided further details on the scope of the issue or when production might resume. Apple has not commented on the reports, leaving the launch window uncertain.

Source: TweakTown

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