‘Foldable cover and display’ patent filing hints that Apple is working on a ‘foldable’ iPhone — Apple World Today

Traditionally, electronic devices have a single form factor that may be driven by the size and shape of the display. Apple notes that because many traditional displays are rigid or at least inflexible that a traditional device that is adaptable to accommodate multiple form factors includes the use of a mechanical hinge or pivot joint. 

The tech giant says that, however, these traditional configurations used for traditional notebook and tablet devices are limited by the integration and size required by a separate mechanical hinge. Apple wants to implement devices and techniques for forming portable electronic devices having a flexible cover coupled to a flexible display that don’t have the limitations or drawbacks associated with some traditional solutions. 

The foldable iPhone mock-up is courtesy of The Sun.