Apple leaks foldable iPhone references in iOS 27 beta
- Apple released the first iOS 27 developer beta today, containing code references that point directly to foldable hardware. The references were not present in iOS 26.
- Technology observer Sam Henri Gold discovered framework strings "foldState" and "angleDegrees" within iOS 27's code, signaling foldable hardware capabilities. A new check for built-in display count was also identified.
- During the Platforms State of the Union, Apple told Developers to move away from fixed orientations and instead target "a dynamic range of sizes and aspect ratios." This guidance supports hardware capable of reflowing across varying form factors.
- Expectations point to an "iPhone Ultra" announcement in September 2026 alongside iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, featuring a roughly 7.8-inch inner display and 5.5-inch cover screen. Pricing starts at over $2,000.
- Rumors suggest the foldable device will integrate an A20 chip, a Liquid Metal hinge, and Touch ID instead of Face ID. Other rumored features include a titanium frame and dual rear cameras.
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Why Apple’s iOS 27 Beta Means The Company’s Foldable Is Coming – channelnews
Apple may not have announced a foldable iPhone at WWDC26, but its first iOS 27 developer beta appears to have done plenty of talking for it. Code found inside the iOS 27 framework includes direct references to “foldState”, “angleDegrees” and “mechanicalAngleDegrees” – terms that strongly suggest Apple is preparing its operating system to understand whether a device is folded, partly opened, or being used across more than one display. The referen…
New Clues In Apple’s iOS 27 Hints At Upcoming Foldable iPhone Launch
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