Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17 Slim next year, followed by the first foldable phone.
Jeff Pu, an analyst at research firm Haitong and considered one of the most reliable sources on Apple products, said the iPhone 17 generation will mark an important upgrade cycle for Apple. The combination of Apple's artificial intelligence toolkit and a radical design will make the product a turning point similar to the iPhone X generation.
In particular, the iPhone 17 Slim will replace the 17 Plus version, has only one rear camera but is expected to be more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, with a price starting at $ 1,299 because this will be the thinnest iPhone model, but the specific parameters have not been determined. The product uses a 6.65-inch screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
Meanwhile, in 2026, Apple will announce the iPhone 18 generation, most likely integrating Face ID under the screen and a smaller Dynamic Island design. In addition, the company will launch two models with foldable screens, including an iPhone and a device that is a hybrid between an iPad and a MacBook. The foldable iPhone is said to have a clamshell form like the Samsung Galaxy Flip, announced with the iPhone 18 but available on the market later in late 2026.
While not providing further details about Apple's foldable device, Jeff Pu said that Apple is on schedule, especially after signing a contract to supply screens for the foldable iPhone.