Monday, February 28, 2022

Apple is said to be working on a foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid device

Tablet computing device on a wooden table.

Enlarge / Apple's 2021 iPad—sans futuristic folding capability, of course. (credit: Samuel Axon)

Two different sources are now saying Apple plans to introduce a foldable iPad and MacBook hybrid product, though the release date for such a device would likely be a few years away.

The rumors first began to swirl when DSCC analyst Ross Young published a report claiming that Apple has been discussing a 20-inch foldable computing device with suppliers.

The device could be used in multiple ways. When it's folded into a laptop-like shape, the hybrid's bottom half could be used as a keyboard. When it's unfolded, the device could be treated like a large tablet computer. Further, the hybrid could be used with an external keyboard to work as a portable monitor and all-in-one computer.

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