When Apple officially announced the release of the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, fans went crazy – so much so that even those who never gave foldable screens a chance were determined to get the Duo. Whatever happens, this risky move could help popularize the technology, as Apple generally has a knack for bringing more niche devices into the mainstream. Naturally, since this is a new frontier for the tech giant, many people want to know who makes the iPhone Duo’s screen.
Funny enough, if the rumors are true, the screen could come directly from the enemy camp: Samsung. According to leaker Instant Digital, Samsung has an exclusive agreement with Apple to supply the foldable panels for the iPhone Duo and all future models based on this technology. The leaker continued to divulge interesting nuggets of information, claiming that a single panel costs $250. That means it’s the most expensive component of the new phone, although there are valid reasons to wonder how long foldable phones last. Even though these phones aren’t as rugged as regular handsets, Samsung has significantly improved the durability of its flexible OLED panels with each new generation. When you think about it, the leaks are a good thing for even the most ardent Apple fans, because it means the displays are coming from a manufacturer with over a decade of experience making foldable OLED panels.
Are the leaks real?
The leaker in question is quite prominent in the world of Apple and Samsung supply chain news and revealed details of the new foldable iPhone’s design changes as early as February 2026 – well before the Duo was officially revealed. Similarly, Instant Digital also leaked information about a MacBook with a touchscreen. Although the leaks are still unsubstantiated, many websites tend to believe this particular leaker because they have a positive history and may have inside information regarding Apple’s supply chain.
While not directly confirmed, previous leaks from other sources may lend weight to the theory that Samsung is the company behind the foldable devices’ screens. Earlier in 2026, Korean industry sources also claimed that Samsung Display will be the exclusive OLED touchscreen supplier for the upcoming MacBook Pro. According to these rumors, LG Display, Apple’s former partner, and BOE, a major Chinese panel manufacturer, have lost this opportunity. Given that all of these leaks overlap and confirm key information, it’s really not a stretch to consider the reports trustworthy. Either way, we’ll all know just how much of Samsung and Apple’s new “enemy” status will manifest itself when the iPhone Duo releases in October 2026.
