Rumor: Samsung and Apple Developing Larger Wide Foldables

A new unconfirmed report says Samsung and Apple are both working on larger versions of their wide foldable devices for 2027. The rumor identifies potential models as the Galaxy Z Fold9 Plus and an iPhone Duo 2 Plus, though the latter name is tentative.

The claim originates with a tipster on X and has not been verified by either company. Both Samsung and Apple already sell wide foldables in the Galaxy Z Fold8 and what the source calls the iPhone Duo. The report adds that Samsung Display is developing a larger wide folding panel for Samsung Electronics and that the same panel could conceivably be supplied to Apple, or vice versa.

Practical considerations

The rumor notes one practical constraint: if larger models retain the current wide aspect ratios of the Fold8 and the iPhone Duo, their cover displays could become very wide. In plain terms, the cover display is the external screen used when the device is folded; at significantly larger widths it may be awkward to use one-handed.

Beyond the tip on X and the discussion about Samsung Display panels, the report offers no further specifications, release dates, or confirmed product names. Until either company issues a statement, the details should be treated as speculative.