Apple recently shared some interesting details about how it worked with Samsung to create the folding screen for the new iPhone Duo. People thought the screen was just a standard part bought straight from a supplier. Now, the company is clearing things up. During a recent interview, company leaders explained the custom design process and the strict rules it followed to build its very first folding iPhone.
Apple designs a custom folding screen from the ground up
Company executives recently spoke with YouTuber Michael Fisher to talk about the new display. They confirmed that the folding device does not use a pre-built OLED panel from Samsung. Instead, the tech giant designed the screen internally before taking the plans to its manufacturing partner.
The company wanted to hit specific goals for things like water resistance, durability, and a familiar screen shape. It picked a specific aspect ratio so apps easily scale across screens without stretching. It also used a custom nano-texture matte finish to make the crease less visible and reduce glare. This design scatters light, making the screen look much flatter to the eye. Because of these strict demands, the supplier builds the parts based solely on what Apple asks for.
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The new display hides the inner camera and resists water
Another big goal for the company was giving users a clear, open view on the main screen. To do this, it placed the inner camera under the display. While this decision means a slight drop in camera quality because less light reaches the sensor, the new A20 Pro chip helps process the photos to make up for it. The company felt the trade was worth it to give users an unbroken screen.
The phone also earned an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, which is a rare and welcome addition for folding phones. While other devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 might be thinner and cheaper to repair, the focus here was heavily on making a solid, water-resistant device that feels familiar to everyday users.
In the end, this team-up shows that building a folding phone is about much more than just snapping together ready-made parts. By setting its own rules and relying on a trusted partner to build the screen, the company managed to create something that feels completely different. It will be fun to see how this fresh take on folding screens handles everyday life in the hands of real users.
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