iPhone Fold Could Be Thinner Than an iPad Pro When Opened
Apple has been working on its first foldable phone called the iPhone Fold for a long time, and after the new leaks, the excitement has increased even more. Earlier reports and the current report suggest that when this phone is unfolded, its frame could be just 4.8mm thick, which is thinner than the iPad Pro.
- iPhone Fold Could Be Thinner Than an iPad Pro When Opened
- Apple Accepted the Challenge of Making a Thin Foldable Phone
- Similar Thin Design Leaks Have Come Before
- The Leaker’s History Has Been Mixed
- Many Leaks Have Also Shared Display Size and Resolution
- Rear Camera Setup Is Also Expected To Be Powerful
- iPhone Fold Leaked Features
iPhone Fold is a big design challenge for Apple but it looks like the company has handled it well. The main focus of the phone is an ultra slim body and a compact folding system.
Apple Accepted the Challenge of Making a Thin Foldable Phone
Making a foldable phone is not just about the screen folding but also about making the device thin strong and stylish. Apple is trying to do the same with its iPhone Fold.
A Chinese leaker on Weibo said that the outer frame of this foldable iPhone could be just 4.8mm thick.
To compare iPhone 16 has a 7.8mm thick body and the M4 iPad Pro is around 5.1mm.
These numbers show that after unfolding the iPhone Fold could be thinner than any Apple device so far.
But the leaker also added one important point. He said that while guessing the phone’s actual thickness the measurement of the frame pad inside the screen also needs to be included. Though he did not give the exact size it could increase the total thickness a little.
Similar Thin Design Leaks Have Come Before
This is not the first time such a claim has come. In March 2025 popular analyst Ming Chi Kuo also said that when iPhone Fold is unfolded its thickness could be between 4.5mm and 4.8mm.
Kuo also said that when the phone is in folded position its total thickness could be around 9mm to 9.5mm which is close to the current iPhone models.
The Leaker’s History Has Been Mixed
The leaker who claimed the 4.8mm thickness is Instant Digital. His track record has been mixed. Some of his leaks were right like the camera control button of iPhone 16 but some like an all glass Apple Watch have not come true yet.
So it is hard to fully trust everything he says but if this thickness claim is right then Apple is making a very impressive design.
Many Leaks Have Also Shared Display Size and Resolution
Many leakers have given their own claims about the display size.
In June 2025 Digital Chat Station said the iPhone Fold screen would be 7.58 inches. In April 2025 he said 7.76 inches and in March 7.74 inches.
Meanwhile analyst Ming Chi Kuo said the screen size could be 7.8 inches.
There is more clarity on resolution. Leaks say the phone’s internal display will have a resolution of 2713 x 1920 pixels which means strong sharpness and quality.
Rear Camera Setup Is Also Expected To Be Powerful
The back side of the iPhone Fold could have a dual camera system. In the June 2025 leak it was also mentioned that Apple will use 48MP sensors in this phone. This could be exciting for camera lovers.
iPhone Fold Leaked Features
| Feature | Leaked Information |
|---|---|
| Thickness (Open) | 4.8mm (approximate) |
| Thickness (Folded) | 9mm to 9.5mm |
| iPhone 16 Thickness | 7.8mm |
| M4 iPad Pro Thickness | 5.1mm |
| Expected Display Size | Between 7.58 inches to 7.8 inches |
| Internal Display Resolution | 2713 x 1920 pixels |
| Rear Camera | Dual camera setup with 48MP sensors |
If these leaks are true then Apple’s iPhone Fold will not just come with a new form but also have a design that is more premium and thinner than all earlier Apple devices.
The company took its time to enter foldable technology and the result could be very refined. Now everyone is waiting for Apple’s official announcement to see if iPhone Fold will really be thinner than iPad Pro or not.
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