the Galaxy Z Fold 8 expected next summer, aligning with Samsung’s typical schedule for foldable phone releases. Shortly afterward, Apple is likely to reveal its first-generation foldable iPhone, commonly dubbed the iPhone Fold, as it will directly challenge Samsung’s Fold-style devices. Even with a 7-year delay and a considerably higher sticker price, the iPhone Fold could outperform its competitors, including Samsung handsets.
Recent projections from IDC indicate that the iPhone Fold will capture over 22% of the foldable market in the upcoming year. The analysts further predict that Apple will secure 34% of the market value for foldables, attributed to an average price of $2,400. The current Galaxy Z Fold 7 retails for $2,000, excluding any promotions. Recently, Samsung announced the Galaxy Z TriFold, which is anticipated to be priced around $3,000 in the U.S., although this price has yet to be confirmed. IDC highlights that the Galaxy Z TriFold is expected to stimulate interest in the foldable category next year, while Huawei’s foldable shipments are projected to nearly double, but the iPhone Fold is poised to be the true “game-changer.”
The outlook predicts a 30% growth in the foldable segment next year, in contrast to a 6% increase in the previous forecast. In comparison, traditional phone shipments are expected to decline by 1.4%. Based on IDC’s data, the foldables market is set to continue its upward trajectory over non-foldables through 2029. Apple’s market share is anticipated
