Will the iPhone Ultra really be 'Ultra'? 5 features the foldable could surprisingly ditch, from Face ID to MagSafe

On September 9, Apple fans could be in for an exciting launch day as the company is expected to unveil its first foldable phone, possibly named the iPhone Ultra. Despite its high price and the "Ultra" in its name, this device might be lacking some standard iPhone features to keep it slim. Here are five features the foldable could surprisingly ditch:

1. Face ID: According to rumors, the iPhone Ultra might not have Face ID, but instead opt for a Touch ID fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button. This omission could be due to the slim build of the device, which is reportedly too thin for Apple's TrueDepth camera array powering Face ID.

2. A telephoto camera: The iPhone Ultra might have a dual-lens rear camera, consisting of a wide and ultra-wide sensor, instead of the telephoto camera found in the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. This could make the iPhone Ultra a less ideal choice for photography enthusiasts.

3. An Action button: The iPhone Ultra reportedly lacks an Action button, which has been a standard feature in recent iPhones. This could be because the device is too slim to accommodate the necessary components for the Action button. Some dummy units of the iPhone Ultra have also been found to lack a mute switch.

4. MagSafe: While there are mixed reports, it seems that the iPhone Ultra might not include MagSafe. This could be due to the slim build of the device, which might not have space for the magnets needed for connecting wireless chargers and accessories. However, Apple watcher Mark Gurman believes that MagSafe will still be included in the foldable phone.

5. A SIM card slot: The iPhone Ultra might join the iPhone Air in not having a physical SIM card slot, relying solely on eSIM. This is due to the device's thin design, which might not have space for a SIM card slot, similar to the iPhone Air.