Apple's first foldable iPhone appears in detailed 3D CAD files leaked by reliable tipster Sonny Dickson, revealing a design that breaks from Samsung's established formula. The CAD renders show a device with two rounded corners and two squared-off edges where the hinge mechanism sits, creating a distinctive silhouette when closed.
On the back, a camera plateau similar to the iPhone Air houses dual lenses instead of the single camera found on Apple's current thinnest model. When unfolded, the design reveals what could be Apple's strategic advantage: a wider, book-style aspect ratio that more closely resembles an iPad mini than competing foldable phones.
This layout suggests Apple might enable iPadOS applications to run natively without requiring developers to rewrite software for a new screen size. The leaked files include both open and closed configurations, showing a small dot in the top left corner for the front-facing camera on the internal display.
External views reveal how the device would function as a regular smartphone when folded shut, with an outer display for basic interactions.
These CAD files match previous leaks from December 2025 and matches recent rumors about hardware specifications. According to AppleInsider, Dickson's images show volume buttons moved to the left side of the device and horizontally arranged cameras on the rear panel.
The timing follows typical patterns for iPhone leaks, with accessory manufacturers needing design files months ahead of production. Apple is expected to launch its foldable iPhone alongside the iPhone 18 lineup later this year, potentially in September.
Previous reports suggest Apple has been testing crease-free displays using liquid metal hinges and ultra-thin glass technology. The company aims to differentiate its approach from Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series by offering wider displays both internally and externally.
While pricing remains unconfirmed, early estimates place Apple's first foldable around $2,000, positioning it as the most expensive iPhone ever released.
