There has always been one common issue with Android’s foldable phones: the user interface (UI), but Apple’s rumoured “iPhone Fold” could finally solve this issue.
Most of Android’s foldable phones may come with a large screen, but the software running on the phone makes it seem stretched. There are a few reasons why this happens when using Android’s foldable phones, but the main problem is that most apps aren’t necessarily built for bigger displays. Google is very much aware of this ongoing issue with these devices and has tried to make improvements, but the experience is still not flawless. According to reports, Apple’s “iPhone Fold” may use the iPad interface when the phone is unlocked.
This would mean side-by-side apps, iPad-style sidebars and a layout designed for a tablet-sized screen. This would be a huge upgrade for everyone using Android’s current foldable phones, due to the device acting like a small iPad instead of stretching the screen. Most Android foldable phones tend to open in a square shape when unfolded. According to reports, Apple’s design is expected to be more of a rectangular shape, so an iPad-shaped interface seems to make a ton of sense if the company chooses to go in this direction. Another advantage of that is that most apps already support the layout for the iPad, so app developers won’t need to change much if/when this new phone hits the market.
For this design to work, Apple may need to include a smaller outer screen. The outer screen could measure up to 5.5 inches, while the inner display would have more of a tablet-style 4:3 ratio. Meaning the outside screen could feel smaller than most smartphone screens out there today, due to most modern phone screens being 6.5-7 inches. This would be similar to the original Pixel Fold, which featured a 5.8-inch screen. Apple’s idea behind this phone seems to be better software performance and better overall usability, while sacrificing a big screen interface.
It’s unclear when the iPhone Fold will be released, but our best bet, if it does come to market, is alongside the expected iPhone 18 series in September.
Source: Bloomberg Via: Android Headlines
