The next big upgrade to Apple’s mobile devices could be foldability, according to multiple reports published Sunday. According to The Wall Street Journal,

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a new iPhone model, the iPhone 17 Air, expected in 2025, featuring a slimmer design and reduced features. The company is also venturing into foldable devices, targeted for a 2026 release,

Jeff Pu, an analyst at Haitong International Securities, attributed Apple’s delay in entering the foldable market to its high design standards. Competitors like Samsung and HUAWEI have struggled, with foldable phones making up only 1.5% of the global smartphone market this year, according to TrendForce.