Apple is reportedly preparing to enter the foldable smartphone market with its first-ever device, likely to be called the iPhone Fold. While the official launch timeline remains uncertain, multiple leaks and reports suggest that development is in advanced stages, with key design and feature details now emerging online.
According to industry reports, the iPhone Fold is expected to introduce three major design changes that set it apart from Apple’s traditional iPhone lineup.
One of the most notable changes is the introduction of a punch-hole front camera placed at the top centre of the display. This marks a potential shift away from the Dynamic Island design seen in recent iPhones. However, reports also suggest that Face ID may be absent in this model, with Apple possibly opting for a Touch ID sensor instead.
Another major highlight is the display structure. Unlike conventional iPhones, the foldable device is expected to feature a wider front screen that unfolds into a short, extra-wide internal display. The overall design is said to resemble a compact notebook-style form factor rather than a standard smartphone layout.
The third rumored change involves the removal of physical buttons on the left edge of the device. This means the traditional volume controls and Action Button may be repositioned or redesigned to accommodate the foldable hinge mechanism more efficiently.
In addition to these changes, the iPhone Fold is expected to feature a titanium and aluminium build, offering a slimmer profile, improved durability, and a nearly crease-free folding display supported by a refined hinge system.
Supriya Yarlagadda: AI Is Just a Tool, Not a Threat to Filmmaking
The filmmaking industry is undergoing a major transformation with the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). What once required massive budgets can now be achieved at a significantly lower cost, prompting filmmakers worldwide to explore AI-driven tools to bring their visions to life.
However, opinions within the industry remain divided on whether AI will eventually replace traditional filmmaking techniques. Producer Supriya Yarlagadda offers a balanced perspective on this evolving debate.
As the Executive Director of Annapurna Studios, Supriya has been actively investing in advanced filmmaking infrastructure. The studio recently established a state-of-the-art motion capture (mocap) facility in Hyderabad, where key sequences of S. S. Rajamouli’s upcoming epic Varanasi are being filmed.
During a recent interaction, she was asked whether AI poses a threat to such high-end mocap technology. Responding thoughtfully, Supriya emphasized that technology—whether AI, mocap, or traditional film—is ultimately just a tool in the hands of a filmmaker.
“It all depends on the creative mind behind the film,” she explained. “If someone wants to make a film using AI, they can. If they prefer mocap or even traditional film formats, that’s also possible. All these methods can coexist.”
She further highlighted that filmmaking is a “transaction” between the creator and the audience, driven by ideas rather than the tools used. Drawing comparisons, she said audiences would still watch a film by Christopher Nolan made entirely on film without VFX, just as they would enjoy a visually advanced spectacle like Avatar.
According to Supriya, technology should be seen as an enabler, not a replacement. The true essence of cinema, she believes, will always lie in storytelling and the vision of the filmmaker, regardless of the tools used to bring it to life.