Apple is quietly pushing a large foldable iPad, despite past setbacks. Leaker Digital Chat Station says the tablet will share the crease‑free hinge that Apple plans for its first foldable iPhone, the rumored iPhone Ultra. The move signals a push into a new segment of giant folding tablets for tech enthusiasts and professionals daily.

Bloomberg reports development continues, even after a July pause over weight and display issues. The prototype, an 18‑inch Samsung OLED screen in a 3.5‑pound aluminum chassis, mirrors a 13‑inch MacBook Air when unfolded but lacks a keyboard. If component costs stay high, the device could top $3,900, dwarfing the current iPad Pro lineup for consumers.

Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra, slated for fall launch with the iPhone 18 Pro series, will feature a 5.5‑inch closed display that expands to 7.8 inches. Its slim profile and durable hinge aim to eliminate the crease that plagued earlier prototypes. The iPhone Ultra could redefine portable media, but its success hinges on overcoming manufacturing challenges.

By unifying hinge technology across devices, Apple could streamline manufacturing and reduce costs. However, the hefty price tag and current prototype weight raise doubts about mass adoption. If the company can deliver a thin, reliable foldable within a reasonable budget, the iPad Ultra and iPhone Ultra may finally collapse the long‑standing Mac/iPad divide for the.