Written By Divya
Edited By: Divya | Published By: Divya | Published: Aug 04, 2026, 08:55 PM (IST)
Apple's Foldable iPhone may cost more than you think: 8 things to know
Apple is expected to enter the foldable smartphone market this year with the iPhone Ultra. From its expected price and monthly leasing plan to its competition with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, here's everything leaked so far.
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Apple's First Foldable iPhone
After years of rumours, Apple is finally expected to launch its first foldable iPhone this September. Reports suggest it could be called the iPhone Ultra and launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
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Apple's Most Expensive iPhone?
The iPhone Ultra is expected to start at over $2,000 (around Rs 1.9 lakh). If true, it would become the most expensive iPhone Apple has ever launched.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rival
Apple is expected to take on Samsung's foldable lineup directly. The iPhone Ultra is likely to compete with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which is currently priced at around $1,900, positioning Apple's foldable as an even more premium option.
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Apple May Offer Monthly Payments
Instead of paying the full amount upfront, buyers in the US may be able to get the iPhone Ultra through Apple's new Apple Upgrade programme. Reports suggest monthly payments could be around $60–70.
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Launch Expected In September
Apple hasn't officially confirmed the foldable iPhone yet, but multiple reports suggest it could debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series during Apple's September launch event.
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Apple Expects Strong Demand
Despite the premium pricing, market research reports suggest Apple's foldable iPhone could capture up to 25 percent of global foldable smartphone shipments soon after launch, highlighting the demand for an Apple foldable.
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Launch Expected Alongside iPhone 18 Pro
Multiple reports suggest Apple will unveil the iPhone Ultra during its September event alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Apple has not officially confirmed the launch yet.
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Foldables Are Finally Going Mainstream
Samsung has dominated the foldable segment for years, but Apple's entry could bring more competition and push foldable phones into the mainstream. The iPhone Ultra may become one of the biggest smartphone launches of the year.