Apple producing few foldable iPhones daily, report says
Apple is reportedly making just a few hundred foldable iPhone Ultra units per day right now, citing strict quality controls and production challenges, especially with the hinge and screen flatness. This slow pace could mean limited availability when the phone launches, expected next week. Normally, Apple would need tens of thousands produced daily before launch, so don’t expect these to be easy to find at first.
- Production reportedly just a few hundred units daily
- Apple prioritizing strict quality control, especially on hinge
- Commercial production delayed by extra trial runs
- Device may launch alongside iPhone 18 Pro
- Potential for very limited availability at launch
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