14 DAY TRIAL // Foldable devices seem to be the next big thing in the mobile market, and Apple obviously is looking at this new category as well.
We’ve known for a while that a foldable iPhone was on its way, but recent reports indicated that a foldable iPad could actually see daylight before this major upgrade goes live on the smartphone.
But according to Apple watcher Mark Gurman, a foldable iPad isn’t actually planned for 2024. In a tweet posted a few hours ago, Gurman says he hasn’t heard “anything about a foldable iPad in 2024,” therefore contradicting Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo who said such a tablet was planned for next year.
On the other hand, Gurman explains, 2024 is expected to witness the debut of a redesigned OLED iPad Pro as well as an entry level and Mini spec bump.
Display analyst Ross Young claims his sources haven’t said anything about a foldable iPad planned for 2024 either. On the other hand, Young came up with something even juicier.
There’s a chance the Cupertino-based giant is actually preparing a more ambitious device that could go live in the form of a foldable notebook with a 20.5-inch display. The device is apparently projected to launch in 2025.
Needless to say, it’s a little bit too early to tell if this is indeed accurate or note, but Apple betting big on foldables is expected to happen sooner or later. A notebook indeed sounds very ambitious, especially given the iPhone hasn’t yet made the transition to foldable screens.
People familiar with the matter previously said that Apple is also pondering a MacBook with touchscreen support. A confirmation on this front doesn’t exist either, but by the looks of things, the MacBook is in for some pretty big upgrades in the coming years.