
There has been talk of a foldable iPad for some time. The project would be one of the boldest and most ambitious in Apple’s history due to all the tech challenges it entails. However, it seems the firm has run into difficult obstacles to overcome, at least for now. A new report claims that Apple has halted development of its first foldable iPad.
Apple’s foldable iPad reportedly halted: the reasons behind it
According to the DigiTimes report, there are some key factors behind this decision. First, there is profitability; Apple has apparently found that these devices would be quite expensive. We’re not talking about prices at the level we’re used to from an Apple product, but something even beyond that. The failure of the Vision Pro in the market stressed that an appropriate price tag can define the future of a good product. Even Apple fans, accustomed to paying a little more, have their limits when it comes to spending.
Another factor would be the potential public interest in such a product. While iPads are quite successful, tablets are already a niche product. A foldable iPad would be a device for an even smaller niche. This factor, in turn, would impact profitability, as there appears to be no demand for foldable slates.
Technical challenges were also a crucial factor in making the decision. Apple has high quality standards for its hardware, and meeting them with the foldable iPad was proving complicated. For example, the report stated that Apple wanted to minimize the typical creases in foldable displays. However, such a task would significantly increase manufacturing costs. This, in turn, would impact the final price tag.
No timeframe to resume the project
The report states that the foldable iPad has been halted. So even if it’s true, don’t consider it a cancellation—yet. Apple could revive it in the future when they manage to overcome technical challenges or lower the costs of certain technologies. However, for now, there are no details on when the device might hit the market.
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