The foldable iPhone is slowly moving towards becoming a reality. The company had earlier finalized the crease-free display design of the device. And now, a new report highlights the firm’s plan to provide a vapor cooling chamber to the foldable iPhone. The production preparations are nearly finished as Apple plans to position the device as one of the most ambitious hardware projects it has pursued in recent years.

Apple finalizes vapor cooling chamber and production plans for foldable iPhone

One of the biggest challenges while developing the foldable iPhone was its crease-free display design . But thankfully, the Cupertino tech giant has been able to tackle this hurdle. The device moves to the pre-production phase as the firm finalizes the display design. Only minor adjustments remain before the company can transition it to mass manufacturing .

The suppliers and producers of the foldable iPhone appear ready, and they’re waiting for Apple to finalize the remaining details. A recent report highlights that the company plans to fit a vapor chamber into its foldable iPhone, just like it did for the iPhone 17 Pro devices. It would support thermal performance and help the device maintain efficiency under demanding use. Chi Hong is expected to supply the particular component.

Apple plans to sell nine million units in the first year

The upcoming iPhone fold is estimated to ship between seven and nine million units during its first year. Not only Apple, but the manufacturers and suppliers, such as Samsung, TSMC, Foxconn, Shin Zu Shing, and Largan Precision, are positioned to benefit from the product.

Furthermore, the iPhone Fold is expected to ship with the top-of-the-line A20 Pro chipset . It would be the company’s first 2nm based chip. Both the A20 and A20 Pro are believed to introduce major performance and efficiency improvements. They are also expected to power the coming iPhone 18 lineup.