The foldable phone market has hit a tipping point as Samsung, Apple, and Google all now offer book-style foldables under $1,000, bringing the form factor to mainstream consumers.

Sub-$1,000 Foldables

Combined foldable phone sales are projected to reach 50 million units in 2026, up from 20 million in 2025. The durability concern has been largely addressed, with current models rated for 400,000+ folds.