Apple's First Foldable iPhone May Be Hard to Buy at Launch: Here's WhyApple's first foldable iPhone, widely expected to launch as the iPhone Ultra, could be difficult to buy at release due to limited initial production. Supply-chain reports suggest only 500,000 to 1 million units may be available at launch, while Foxconn continues refining the hinge and foldable display. Although a September 2026 announcement is still expected, shipping may be delayed, with tight global supply and limited availability, especially in India.If supply-chain reports hold, Apple’s first foldable—widely expected as the iPhone Ultra/Fold—will reach buyers in far smaller numbers than any recent flagship. Multiple sources, including DigiTimes and supply-chain trackers cited by MacRumors and 91mobiles, point to an initial production window of roughly 500,000 to 1 million units for the first batch, with Apple’s broader 2026 target later raised to around 10 million (up from an earlier 7–8 million forecast). That gap between announcement and supply is the real story.What’s actually happening on the lineAbout The AuthorAshna is a content writer who focuses on making everyday choices easier and smarter. With a strong eye for detail and a natural sense of what works in real life, she creates content that feels honest, relatable, and genuinely helpful. She is a geek for writing stories around fashion, beauty, and influential products, while bringing the same depth and detail in reviewing tech products and gadgets of day-to-day use.