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Giant folding iPad may remain an unreleased experiment

Sunday, April 26, 2026Malcolm Owen <malcolm@appleinsider.com>View original
While the iPhone Fold is nearing launch, the future of the often-rumored folding iPad is still in question, as it may never actually make it to consumer hands.

Foldable tablet on a desk displaying a scenic mountain sunrise, beside a potted succulent, a wireless mouse, and a small cat-shaped lamp in warm indoor lighting
What a large folding iPad could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider

The rumor mill has been infatuated by the idea of the folding iPhone, which is widely believed to be on the way later in 2026. However, Apple has also been working on another foldable device with less chance of becoming a reality.

Writing in Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, the foldable iPad is a real thing being developed behind closed doors. Described as a tablet with a super-sized 20-inch display, it has been a priority of incoming CEO John Ternus while in his hardware chief role.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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