Apple’s Foldable iPad Faces Major Delay, Now Expected In 2029: Heres Why

Looks like Apple’s plans for a foldable iPad are taking a little longer than expected. While we may see the first foldable iPhone by 2026, the foldable iPad – which was initially expected in 2028 – has now reportedly been delayed to 2029. Also Read: Forgot Your Wi-Fi Password? Here’s The Easiest Way To Share Your Wi-Fi From iPhone To Android (Or, Vice-Versa)

According to a new Bloomberg report, Apple’s foldable iPad could come with a massive 18-inch display and a price tag of around $3,000. The tech giant has been working on it for years and was initially targeting a 2028 launch. However, a few design and engineering hurdles have now pushed the timeline further, possibly to 2029 or even later, the report mentioned.  Also Read: iPhone 17 Pro Done And Dusted! The iPhone 18 Pro Seems To Have THESE Major Changes

Apple is said to be developing the screen with Samsung Display, focusing on reducing the crease that’s often visible in foldable screens. Interestingly, unlike the rumoured foldable iPhone, the iPad won’t have an external display. Instead, it’ll open like a 13-inch laptop – just that the entire surface will be one big screen. Also Read: iPhone 15 Price Drops To Rs 49,999 In Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: Should You Buy It Now?

Foldable iPad: What’s causing the delay?

Weight seems to be one of the biggest challenges. Current prototypes reportedly weigh around 3.5 pounds – that’s more than double the current iPad Pro, which weighs roughly 1 to 1.3 pounds. Cost is another factor – early estimates suggest the foldable iPad could cost close to $3,000, putting it in MacBook Pro territory rather than iPad Pro pricing.

Apple clearly wants to perfect the foldable design before putting it in customers’ hands – and that’s very on-brand. While the company is ironing out the details, its focus seems to be on the foldable iPhone first, which is expected to arrive by 2026.

The foldable iPad, on the other hand, feels like part of Apple’s long-term plan – possibly merging what we know today as the iPad and MacBook lines. Until then, Apple users will have to stick to their regular iPads and MacBooks for a few more years.