Folding iPhone anyone? Well, it might be the next device from Apple as the company gets approval for the patent.
In 2018, the tech giant submitted a patent labeled “Single and Multi-fold Forms For Future iDevices”, relating to devices that have bendable or flexible sections. Embodiments outline a cover and display layer that could bend or fold, with the flexible material being possibly made of ceramics such as sapphire, zirconia or strengthened glass. The cover layer provides structural support on both foldable and non-foldable areas.
In 2012, Apple submitted a patent application for smart connectors and fabric-layered keyboards for their iPad devices, bringing the idea of Smart Keyboard to fruition. Notable form factors and improvements in the patent include an added trackpad and a designated space on top of the keyboard for Apple Pencil input.
Patents show rough sketches of what companies are working on, and can still change. We’ll just have to wait for official announcements from Apple regarding future updates and device features.
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