October 24, 2025, 6:36 am | Read time: 2 minutes
The hinge is a key component for the iPhone Fold, which is expected to become cheaper to produce. This could also affect the price of the iPhone Fold.
The hinge is a central component for the successful functioning of an iPhone Fold. According to well-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the manufacturing costs of this component could be lower than previously thought. This could have a significant impact on the mass production of the device.
Manufacturing Costs and Pricing for iPhone Fold
The manufacturing costs for the hinge are expected to be between $70 and $80 per unit, instead of the originally anticipated $100 to $120, according to Kuo. This reduction could theoretically lead to a lower sales price for the iPhone Fold. Currently, the price expectation for the foldable smartphone is between $2,000 and $2,500.
Whether Apple will actually pass this cost reduction on to customers remains unclear, as the company has not yet made an official announcement about the device. However, rumors suggest that the device might be released in fall 2026.
Apple Outsources Manufacturing
Apple has contracted several companies for the production of the hinges. The firms Foxconn and Shin Zu Shing are said to have received about 65 percent of the orders. Additional orders have been given to Amphenol.
Additionally, the Chinese manufacturer Luxshare-ICT is expected to supply hinges until 2027. Luxshare-ICT is already known for producing the Apple Vision Pro. The involvement of multiple companies could lead to further cost reductions for Apple.