iPhone Fold to miss out on 2 major features of iPhone

Apple's first foldable iPhone could arrive with a premium price tag but miss two features found on its current flagship models. The device is reportedly expected to use Touch ID instead of Face ID and skip a dedicated telephoto camera.(iPhone Fold representative image created using AI)Apple’s first foldable iPhone is tipped to bring a new design to the company’s smartphone lineup, but the premium device may not offer two features that users have come to associate with recent iPhone models. According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the foldable iPhone is likely to arrive in September and could cost more than $2,000 (roughly Rs 1,91,000). While people who have used the device reportedly like its compact design, hinge and larger inner display, Apple is said to be making compromises in two important areas - the camera and biometric authentication.iPhone Ultra aka iPhone fold to miss out on 2 major featuresThe biggest omission could be the lack of a telephoto camera. Despite its expected ultra-premium price, the foldable iPhone may not get a dedicated telephoto sensor for optical zoom. This could disappoint buyers who expect Apple’s most expensive iPhone to also offer its best camera setup. Telephoto cameras have become an important part of flagship smartphones, particularly for users who frequently take portraits or zoomed-in photos.The foldable iPhone is reportedly designed to work well as a camera viewfinder, but the missing telephoto lens could make it less attractive to photography-focused buyers. Apple is said to position the device as a high-end product, making the camera compromise more noticeable. Rivals such as Samsung and Google already have years of experience with foldable phones and offer advanced camera systems on their premium models.The second major change could be the return of Touch ID. Unlike current iPhones that use Face ID, the foldable model is reportedly expected to rely on a fingerprint sensor for authentication. For some users, this could feel like a step backwards after years of Face ID becoming a standard part of the iPhone experience. However, fingerprint authentication is still widely used across Apple’s products, including some Mac and iPad models. The decision may also be linked to the challenges of fitting all of Apple’s existing hardware into a thinner foldable design.Despite these compromises, the foldable iPhone is expected to be one of Apple’s biggest new product launches in years. Its larger internal display could make the device useful for gaming, watching videos, video calls and multitasking, while its smaller outer screen would work like a regular smartphone. Apple is entering the foldable market much later than Samsung, Google and other manufacturers. But its entry could bring the category to a much larger audience.The device is rumoured to be unveiled around September 9, although Apple has not officially confirmed its launch date or the reported specifications. There have been rumours that the foldable device won't initially come to India first. It is said to first debut in markets like the US.- EndsPublished By: Ankita GargPublished On: Aug 24, 2026 09:16 IST