Technology
Apple reportedly cancels development of large foldable MacBook-iPad hybrid
A research note indicates that plans for a foldable device between 16 and 20 inches have been halted.
The short version
- Market research firm Omdia reports that Apple has canceled development plans for 16.1-inch to 18-inch foldable MacBooks.
- The project corresponds to a rumored roughly 18- to 20-inch foldable hybrid device previously cited as a priority for Apple hardware chief John Ternus.
- It remains unconfirmed whether Apple will permanently shelve the hybrid format or revisit it following future foldable product launches.
Key facts
- An Omdia research note stated that Apple canceled product plans for 16.1-inch to 18-inch foldable MacBooks.[9to5Mac]
- The canceled hardware aligns with previous reports of an 18- to 20-inch foldable iPad and Mac hybrid that had been under internal development.[9to5Mac]
- Industry reporter Mark Gurman previously reported that the foldable hybrid was a priority for Apple hardware executive John Ternus, though contributors noted it might not reach market.[9to5Mac]
- Earlier supply chain projections had slated a potential launch window around 2026 before expectations shifted to 2028 prior to the reported cancellation.[9to5Mac]