Apple unveils foldable iPhone after decade-long effort to hide screen crease

Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone this week, a device that took nearly a decade to develop due to design challenges, particularly eliminating the visible screen crease. The launch marks the biggest design shift in the iPhone's history. CEO Tim Cook championed the project after seeing foldable phones in Asia, while engineers had studied the technology since before 2019. Apple developed a titanium-aluminum hinge and custom Corning glass to minimize the crease, targeting a price between $1,999 and $2,199, with larger storage options nearing $3,000. The device features a 7.8-inch interior display and 5.5-inch outer screen, though it may have weaker cameras and battery life than standard iPhones. The launch also marks John Ternus's first keynote as CEO, with sales projected at 7-10 million units this year.