Apple's iPhone Fold will let you run two apps side by side and the software sounds more like an iPad than an iPhone

Published on Mar 20, 2026 at 3:10 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards

Last updated on Mar 20, 2026 at 3:10 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by Emma Matthews

Apple’s iPhone Fold will let you run two apps side by side, and the software sounds more like an iPad than an iPhone, which is something that would have sounded completely futuristic not that long ago.

But fresh rumors suggest Apple’s long-awaited foldable could seriously shake up how we use iPhones.

Instead of just bending the screen, Apple is reportedly rethinking how the device works when it’s opened up. That means a much bigger focus on multitasking and tablet-style features.

So this might not just be a new iPhone; it could feel like a totally different kind of device.

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Apple’s iPhone Fold will let you run two apps side by side

The standout feature for Apple’s most anticipated gadget is being tipped as the ability to run two apps side by side when the device is unfolded.

That’s something standard iPhones still don’t offer, and it would instantly make the foldable iPhone feel more powerful for everyday use.

Imagine replying to messages while watching a video, or checking directions while texting a friend, all on one screen.

This works because the inner display is expected to be much larger, with reports suggesting something closer in size to an iPad mini.

That extra space means apps won’t feel cramped, and multitasking could actually be smooth and useful rather than fiddly, but it’s a big shift from how iPhones currently handle apps, which mostly stick to one at a time.

That said, it’s not expected to fully replace an iPad experience; the foldable will likely still run iOS, not iPadOS, so it may not have the full range of advanced multitasking features seen on Apple’s tablets.

It sounds more like an iPad than an iPhone

What really makes this device stand out is how Apple is reportedly designing the software to adapt when the phone is opened.

Instead of simply stretching iPhone apps across a bigger screen, the Fold could introduce layouts that feel much more like an iPad.

We’re talking about wider interfaces, apps with sidebars, and designs that take advantage of the extra room.

That means using the device unfolded could feel completely different from using it closed, almost like switching between two Apple products in one.

If these rumors turn out to be true, the iPhone Fold could be one of Apple’s most exciting launches in years.

It’s not just about a flexible display; it’s about creating a hybrid experience that blends the best parts of both iPhone and iPad into a single device.

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Daisy has been creating tech content for SB since January 2025. With a History and Journalism degree from Goldsmiths University and a background in multimedia journalism, Daisy always has her ear to the ground to transform the latest in tech into an informative and engaging story.