New information continues to emerge regarding Apple’s first foldable iPhone model. While leaks so far have focused mostly on the device’s design, screen, and technical specifications, this time a striking theory has been put forward regarding which countries the iPhone Ultra will be sold in. According to the new information, instead of releasing the foldable iPhone worldwide at once, Apple may initially only make it available to users in the US market. The device’s arrival in other countries may be delayed to a later date. If this theory proves true, Apple’s first foldable phone will have been launched with a different strategy than the company’s standard iPhone models.

iPhone Ultra May Only Be Sold in the US Initially

According to information shared by Channel News Australia, Apple is facing some difficulties with supply, testing, and pricing in the production of the first foldable iPhone. Information obtained from Australian operators and a major retailer also indicates that the iPhone Ultra is not expected to be released in the country at the same time as other iPhone 18 models. For this reason, it is suggested that Apple may initially release a limited number of

iPhone Ultra

models in the US market. The company is expected to expand to other major markets, primarily China, in the following months.

It is stated that one of the most important reasons behind this strategy is production capacity. While it is claimed that Apple’s foldable phone may have a starting price of over $2,000, it is argued that the company may have difficulty producing a sufficient number of devices in the mass production process.

7 to 8 million units may be produced in 2026

According to information previously shared by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, known for his accurate predictions about Apple, the foldable iPhone is planned to be introduced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. However, it is also stated that the pre-order process for the iPhone Ultra may start later than the other models. The production volume is also one of the important details supporting this claim. Suppliers are expected to ship approximately

7 to 8 million foldable iPhones

throughout 2026. Considering Apple’s sales volumes for standard iPhone models, this number remains quite limited.

Therefore, it seems possible that the company will focus on certain markets first instead of distributing its current stocks to the whole world at once.

Apple previously used a similar strategy with the Vision Pro.

The regional launch strategy is not entirely new for Apple. The company also launched the Vision Pro first in the US and brought the device to other countries in the following months. If a similar formula is applied to the iPhone Ultra, even though Apple’s first foldable phone will be introduced in September, users in Europe and other regions may have to wait longer to purchase the device.

The most important point here is that Apple has not yet confirmed these claims. Therefore, it is not certain that the iPhone Ultra will only launch in the US. The company’s definitive sales plan is expected to be announced during the official launch of the device.

So, would you consider buying the iPhone Ultra when it comes to Turkey?

A new argument has been put forward for the iPhone Ultra. Apple may sell its first foldable iPhone model in the US first due to production difficulties.

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