Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple plans to use liquid metal in the hinge of its upcoming foldable iPhone to improve durability and reduce visible screen bends.
Liquid metal, produced through injection molding, will be used to solve problems that commonly occur in foldable devices, such as imperfect screen flatness and crease marks.
This will be the first significant use of liquid metal in a critical mechanical part of a device, as Apple has previously only used the material for smaller components. The liquid metal will be supplied by Dongguan EonTec.
It is also known that the foldable iPhone will have a 7.8-inch main screen and a 5.5-inch secondary screen. The design of the device will be similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold. The device is planned to have two rear cameras, one front camera, and Touch ID integrated into the power button.
Mass production of the new iPhone is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026, with the device expected to be released in late 2026 or early 2027.