# Foldable iPhone Won’t Use Under-Screen Touch ID Says Analyst

URL: https://technosports.co.in/foldable-iphone-wont-use-under-screen-touch-id/  
Published: 2025-09-02  
Updated: 2025-09-02  
Author: Hardik Dhamija

[Apple](https://www.apple.com/)‘s highly anticipated foldable [iPhone](https://technosports.co.in/?s=iPhone) will likely feature **side-button Touch ID** instead of under-screen fingerprint technology, according to renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. This dismisses recent market rumors about ultrasonic fingerprint sensors in the 2026 device.

![Foldable iPhone](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Foldable-iPhone-1-1024x576.webp)

## **Table of Contents**

## **Kuo Stands by Original Prediction**

In a recent Twitter post, Kuo reinforced his March forecast about the foldable iPhone’s authentication method. He stated that **Luxshare ICT will supply the side-button Touch ID module** for Apple’s first foldable device, dismissing under-display sensor rumors.

### **Expected Foldable iPhone Specifications**

| Feature | Specification |
| --- | --- |
| Inner Display | ~7.8 inches |
| Outer Display | ~5.5 inches |
| Price Range | $2,000 – $2,500 |
| Authentication | Side-button Touch ID |
| Camera Setup | Dual rear lens |

![Foldable iphone 2](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Foldable-iPhone-2-1-1024x576.webp)

## **Why Side-Button Touch ID Makes Sense**

Apple has already implemented side-button Touch ID successfully in **iPad Air and iPad mini** devices. For the foldable iPhone, this choice serves practical purposes:

- **Space optimization** in the folded design
- **Cost efficiency** compared to under-screen technology
- **Proven reliability** from existing iPad implementations

Kuo suggests Apple will skip Face ID authentication to maximize internal space within the compact folded form factor.

## **Production Timeline Confirmed**

Multiple analysts agree on the foldable iPhone timeline:

- **Mass production**: Second half of 2026
- **Launch window**: Fall 2026
- **Design style**: Book-style foldable format

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also supports this timeline, expecting a fall 2026 launch following Apple’s traditional seasonal release pattern.

## **Market Impact and Competition**

Apple’s foldable iPhone enters a mature market dominated by Samsung’s Galaxy Fold series. The premium pricing between $2,000-$2,500 positions it against established competitors while maintaining Apple’s luxury brand positioning.

The side-button Touch ID approach could differentiate Apple’s offering from competitors who primarily use under-screen fingerprint technology.

![Foldable iphone 1](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Foldable-iPhone-1-1-1024x441.webp)

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Apple continues refining foldable technology while maintaining its signature design philosophy and user experience standards.

## **FAQs**

### **When will Apple release its first foldable iPhone?**

Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to launch in fall 2026 with mass production starting mid-2026.

### **How much will the foldable iPhone cost?**

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts pricing between $2,000-$2,500 for Apple’s first foldable device.