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Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Apple's giant foldable iPad likely won't launch until 2028 — what we've heard
Apple is expected to launch a foldable device of some kind in 2026, and at one point, rumors suggested that at least two foldable different products would launch next year. However, a new report from analyst Jeff Pu suggests one of those devices, the foldable iPad, will actually be delayed to 2028. A research note from GF Securities lead analyst Jeff Pu (seen by MacRumors) claims that the iPhone 18 Fold is coming in 2026 and that he's seen "intact progress" in the supply chain. "On the other hand," Pu wrote in the note, "the 18.8-inch foldable device is likely to be postponed." Apparently, he did not explain his reasoning behind the delay. The report does suggest that the Apple tablet will not enter mass production in late 2026. It conflicts with Pu's own reports from April of this year saying that Apple would launch an iPhone Fold and an iPad Fold. What form the device takes has largely settle around a gigantic foldable iPad with an 18.8-inch to 20-inch display that will act as an iPad-MacBook hybrid. Here's the thing—that 2028 release date is not a new launch window for the foldable iPad. Previously, a five year Apple roadmap leaked showing the 18.8-inch foldable device coming in 2028. This year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman also claimed that the foldable tablet will launch three years from now. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Gurman has also said that the foldable iPad will look like two iPad Minis side by side. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has gone back and forth, at various points suggesting 2026 or 2028 for the foldable iPad or the iPhone Fold. Currently, most rumors point to Apple launching an iPhone Fold as part of the iPhone 18 series alongside the standard iPhone 18, an iPhone 18 Air and the iPhone 18 Pro models in 2026. Reportedly, the iPhone Fold won't be "groundbreaking" but with Apple's marketing and brand loyalty, it mostly just needs to look good and work. At one point the tablet was supposed to launch first, but it now seems the book-style foldable iPhone will beat it to market. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Business Insider
03-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
iPad Fold 'On Hold' Apple Stock (NASDAQ:AAPL) Gains Despite Device Delay
So, long-time watchers of consumer electronics giant Apple (AAPL) know that Apple has been pursuing foldable devices for some time now. And one of these devices is apparently on track. That cannot be said for a different model, though. The end result is a net positive for Apple investors, who sent shares up over 2% in the closing minutes of Wednesday afternoon's trading. Don't Miss TipRanks' Half-Year Sale Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. We know that Apple is planning to debut the foldable iPhone in 2026, at last report. And that launch date looks like it is on track to happen. However, the same cannot be said for the foldable iPad, also known as the iPad Fold. Development on that device has been put on hold, reports noted, and the reasons why may surprise you. Apparently, the iPad Fold is running into manufacturing issues, as well as mounting production expenses thanks to that foldable display that makes an iPad Fold an iPad Fold. But worse yet, there is flagging customer interest in the 'larger foldable devices' like the iPad Fold. Between the fact that the iPad Fold is a lot more expensive to make than expected, and there is less demand for it than expected, the end result is a project that is at least stalled, and potentially, dead altogether. Perfect Timing However, a separate report noted that the Apple TV 4K may be coming out at the perfect moment. Apple TV may have plenty of longevity—the earliest models actually preceded the iPhone, reports note—but it was not always an attractive buy. However, the new Apple TV 4K, due out this fall, could be Apple's first home entertainment release that goes mainstream. The new Apple TV 4K is eminently affordable, with a price tag of just $129. But it also releases into a crowded market, as most televisions these days serve as their own streaming app hubs. Two factors could change this for Apple, reports note, as Apple TV+ is proving an increasing success and viewers grow more frustrated with their advertising content. With competitors pushing more and more advertising content on viewers, viewers may want a simpler, less-cluttered experience. For that, they can turn to Apple. Is Apple a Buy, Hold or Sell? Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on AAPL stock based on 15 Buys, 10 Holds and three Sells assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. After a 6.2% loss in its share price over the past year, the average AAPL price target of $224.22 per share implies 5.49% upside potential.
