A recent report claims Apple is working on a foldable 20.3-inch MacBook, with plans for mass production to commence in 2027. According to the report, this foldable MacBook is the only foldable device from Apple with a known development plan. 

Although rumours about Apple's foldable MacBook have surfaced before, with previous reports suggesting that Apple was considering a foldable tablet, the design of the foldable MacBook remains a mystery. However, it is rumoured to have a single foldable OLED display that can be used in various configurations, including as a laptop mode with a virtual keyboard on the bottom half of the screen or as a large tablet when fully unfurled.

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The new report comes from Ming-Chi Kuo (via Apple Insider), who has “set” a more firm release date for the upcoming foldable device. While there has been ongoing speculation regarding the possibility of a foldable iPhone or iPad being mass-produced in 2025 or 2026, the foldable MacBook is the only gadget with a definite timeline.

Apple seems to be taking a more cautious approach to introducing foldable devices, compared to rivals like Samsung, Motorola, and Huawei, who have already launched foldable smartphones. Apple is working on improving the technology before bringing it to market. As Apple's first foldable device, it will be interesting to see what design decisions are made and what hardware configurations are included.

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KitGuru says: With more companies prototyping foldable devices, it's no surprise that Apple is also planning to launch such devices. Still, it seems that we'll have to wait a few years before seeing a foldable phone, tablet or laptop from the company.

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