Apple fans slam leaked design of new iPhone Ultra: ‘The worst of both worlds’
Leaked footage of a purported iPhone Ultra foldable prototype has drawn criticism from Apple fans, who criticize its design and lack of features like MagSafe and FaceID. The device, shown in a video by YouTuber Vadim Yuryev, reportedly measures 11mm thick when folded and opens horizontally like a book. Despite Apple's efforts to enter the foldable market with improvements in durability and screen quality, skepticism remains over its high expected price and delayed release compared to competitors.
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Tech Apple fans slam leaked design of new iPhone Ultra: ‘The worst of both worlds’ By Reda Wigle Published May 1, 2026, 8:44 a.m. ET The newest iPhone offering is getting an ugly reception. Leaked footage of a supposed “dummy model” for the long-rumored iPhone fold has sparked aesthetic upset. The latest video is courtesy of the YouTube channel Max Tech, where content creator Vadim Yuryev wields a squat device believed to be the forthcoming iPhone Fold, tentatively titled iPhone Ultra, as well as a more standard-size device he claims is the iPhone 18 prototype. 3 The new iPhone is getting an ugly reception.
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