'iPhone Ultra' Could Face Staggered Country Rollout Like Vision Pro
Apple's foldable "iPhone Ultra" may get a Vision Pro-style staggered country-by-country launch over several months, with initial availability limited to the U.S. market, according to an Australian publication. In a report labeled "exclusive," ChannelNews said today it has been told by local carriers and one major retailer that Apple's first foldable iPhone will be a "no show" when the iPhone 18…
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, dubbed the Ultra, may follow a staggered launch approach similar to the company's recent launch of the Vision Pro mixed reality headset. According to an Australian publication, the first-generation foldable device could debut in the United States before expanding to other key markets like China over a period of two to three months.
The staggered rollout is attributed to supply chain challenges and pricing issues, as well as production difficulties, according to sources citing Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The publication also mentions that Apple is experiencing testing issues with production models of the iPhone Ultra. However, these claims remain unverified, and the exact timeline for the Ultra's launch is yet to be confirmed.
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