"When folded, it's roughly the size of the Mini, maybe even smaller depending on how thick the hinge is. When unfolded, you get a full 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch display, same as the regular iPhone or Pro Max. The people who loved the Mini weren't asking for a smaller screen, they were asking for a phone that didn't dominate their pocket or require two hands for basic tasks. A clamshell gives them that portability without forcing them to squint at a 5.4-inch display."
"Here's the plot twist: a clamshell foldable iPhone could bring back that beloved compact size without sacrificing screen real estate. You get a full-size display when you need it, and a pocketable square when you don't. It's the best of both worlds, and Apple knows it. Mark Gurman's latest report suggests Apple is seriously exploring this form factor. It wouldn't be their first foldable (a larger model is rumored for later this year),"
A clamshell foldable iPhone would fold to a pocketable square roughly the size of the iPhone Mini while unfolding into a full 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch display. This design preserves large-screen usability without forcing users to carry a bulky device or rely on two hands for basic tasks. The clamshell approach is cheaper to manufacture than a book-style fold, avoids competing with the iPad Mini, and targets a market segment where Samsung dominates. The design could satisfy Mini enthusiasts and broaden Apple’s foldable lineup, though there remains at least one significant obstacle to commercial success.
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