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Apple's iPhone Fold still coming, as Samsung readies its new foldables
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Quick Summary Apple has reportedly entered the first prototyping stage for its folding iPhone. While there are several stages still to go, it is claimed that the device could even be ready late next year, if the timeline stays on track. We're just days away from Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event where the company is expected to launch its new foldable phones. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, Flip 7 FE and even a possible tri-fold device are tipped to be revealed at the New York event. However, despite Samsung being on its seventh generation of a folding book-style phone, there's still one company that's not launched a rival yet. Yep, we're looking at you Apple. Although there is one on the horizon, it's said. A new report suggests Apple's foldable phone, dubbed the iPhone Fold, is still on the cards and it might launch late next year. Digitimes, (via 9to5Mac), posted that the folding iPhone reached Prototype 1 (P1) stage last month, which is said to be the first stage at which a company creates a fully-functional device. 'Apple has quietly entered the early stages of developing its long-rumoured foldable iPhone, with supply chain sources confirming that the company began its initial P1 (Prototype 1) phase in June," wrote the site based in Asia, where most suppliers are also headquartered. 'If everything stays on track, the device could complete prototype testing by the end of 2025 and proceed to the Engineering Verification Test (EVT) stage, setting the stage for a possible launch in the second half of 2026.' The P1 stage is designed to replicate the design, feel and weight of the device, though there are still a couple of extra phases to go through before the EVT stage. This is when Apple will discover whether the design is manufacturable. Rumours have suggested Apple is trying to solve some of the biggest folding phone complaints before launching its own, like the visible crease in the display. At the moment, the final specs of the iPhone Fold are yet to be finalised, though current speculation points to a titanium body, dual 48-megapixel cameras, and a 7.58-inch internal display. A lot can change in a year so who knows what the iPhone Fold will end up looking like or offering, but it's positive that the device is potentially in prototyping stage.
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iPhone Fold reportedly enters prototype testing phase
The long-rumored foldable iPhone is expected to launch next year, and a new report from Digitimes suggests that the device has entered its prototype testing phase last month. Based on info from supply chain sources, Apple already has a functioning prototype of its first foldable phone. The prototype testing phase is expected to finish by the end of this year. From there, the device will enter its Engineering Verification Test (EVT) phase, and if everything goes as planned, we should see it announced alongside the iPhone 18 series in September 2026. The new report also mentions that Apple has paused development of its foldable iPad due to a mix of manufacturing difficulties and weak consumer demand. According to the latest rumors, the foldable iPhone is expected to feature a Samsung-made 7.8-inch main OLED display with an under-display camera and a side-mounted Touch ID scanner and no Face ID. It will reportedly feature an 'almost invisible' crease, and the whole device will be extremely slim at around 9–9.5mm when folded. Apple is expected to use a titanium alloy chassis and a liquid metal hinge that would offer unparalleled durability for a foldable. As you might expect, this device won't come cheap with rumors pointing to a launch price in the $2,100 - $2,300 range. Source (paywalled)
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29-05-2025
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NVIDIA, AMD may soon start selling new AI chips in China to comply with US restrictions
To comply with the U.S.' restrictions on exporting advanced semiconductor technology to China, chipmakers NVIDIA and AMD will soon begin selling new GPUs made for AI workloads in China, Taiwanese tech publication Digitimes reported, citing supply chain sources. NVIDIA plans to sell a stripped-down AI GPU, code-named "B20," while AMD is looking to target AI workload needs with its new Radeon AI PRO R9700 workstation GPU, Digitimes reported, adding that the companies will likely start selling these AI chips in China from July. Earlier this week, Reuters reported that NVIDIA is working on a new budget AI chip built on its Blackwell architecture for China that is expected to be priced at $6,500-$8,000. In comparison, the company sells its H20 GPUs for $10,000-$12,000 each. NVIDIA on Wednesday said it had incurred a $4.5 billion charge in Q1 due to licensing requirements impacting its ability to sell its H20 AI chip to companies in China, and it couldn't ship an additional $2.5 billion of H20 chips in the quarter due to the restrictions. The company forecast that licensing requirements would result in an $8 billion hit to the company's revenue in Q2. This article originally appeared on TechCrunch at Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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29-05-2025
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NVIDIA, AMD may soon start selling new AI chips in China to comply with US restrictions
To comply with the U.S.' restrictions on exporting advanced semiconductor technology to China, chipmakers NVIDIA and AMD will soon begin selling new GPUs made for AI workloads in China, Taiwanese tech publication Digitimes reported, citing supply chain sources. NVIDIA plans to sell a stripped-down AI GPU, code-named "B20," while AMD is looking to target AI workload needs with its new Radeon AI PRO R9700 workstation GPU, Digitimes reported, adding that the companies will likely start selling these AI chips in China from July. Earlier this week, Reuters reported that NVIDIA is working on a new budget AI chip built on its Blackwell architecture for China that is expected to be priced at $6,500-$8,000. In comparison, the company sells its H20 GPUs for $10,000-$12,000 each. NVIDIA on Wednesday said it had incurred a $4.5 billion charge in Q1 due to licensing requirements impacting its ability to sell its H20 AI chip to companies in China, and it couldn't ship an additional $2.5 billion of H20 chips in the quarter due to the restrictions. The company forecast that licensing requirements would result in an $8 billion hit to the company's revenue in Q2.
TechCrunch
29-05-2025
- Business
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NVIDIA, AMD may soon start selling new AI chips in China to comply with US restrictions
In Brief To comply with the U.S.' restrictions on exporting advanced semiconductor technology to China, chipmakers NVIDIA and AMD will soon begin selling new GPUs made for AI workloads in China, Taiwanese tech publication Digitimes reported, citing supply chain sources. NVIDIA plans to sell a stripped-down AI GPU, code-named 'B20,' while AMD is looking to target AI workload needs with its new Radeon AI PRO R9700 workstation GPU, Digitimes reported, adding that the companies will likely start selling these AI chips in China from July. Earlier this week, Reuters reported that NVIDIA is working on a new budget AI chip built on its Blackwell architecture for China that is expected to be priced at $6,500-$8,000. In comparison, the company sells its H20 GPUs for $10,000-$12,000 each. NVIDIA on Wednesday said it had incurred a $4.5 billion charge in Q1 due to licensing requirements impacting its ability to sell its H20 AI chip to companies in China, and it couldn't ship an additional $2.5 billion of H20 chips in the quarter due to the restrictions. The company forecast that licensing requirements would result in an $8 billion hit to the company's revenue in Q2.
