{"id":53676,"date":"2025-04-15T15:52:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T13:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/?p=53676"},"modified":"2025-04-15T19:18:01","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T17:18:01","slug":"iphone-fold-does-not-have-face-id-these-are-the-reasons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/en\/rumors\/iphone-fold-verzichtet-auf-face-id-das-sind-die-gruende","title":{"rendered":"iPhone Fold does not have Face ID \u2013 these are the reasons"},"content":{"rendered":"

There have been rumors about a foldable iPhone for years. Now the evidence is mounting: Apple is indeed working on a device with a foldable display \u2013 the so-called iPhone Fold. New details from the supply chain reveal how the smartphone might be constructed and why Face ID probably won't be included.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foldable smartphones are nothing new. Samsung, Huawei, and others have been on the market for some time. Apple has remained quiet so far, but has apparently been working behind the scenes on its own foldable device for some time. As usual, the company is taking its own approach: preferring a later launch, but with a sophisticated design and reliable technology. The latest leaks provide exciting details, especially about the camera, the display, and how authentication will be handled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under-screen camera without Face ID<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

According to well-known Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station, who has good connections to Chinese suppliers, the iPhone Fold will have a camera located directly below the foldable display. This means no notch, no visible camera hole, but a continuous display. While this appears modern at first glance, it has limitations. The camera under the display will not be part of the TrueDepth system that enables Face ID. This is due to a technical hurdle: Face ID's components\u2014including the dot projector and the infrared camera\u2014require an unobstructed view. Current displays are unable to transmit infrared light without distortion. This prevents the system from reliably detecting your face, which would compromise security and functionality. For this reason, Apple is apparently foregoing Face ID on the iPhone Fold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Touch ID instead in the side button<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As an alternative, the iPhone Fold is expected to feature a Touch ID sensor in the side button. This is already seen on some iPad models. This solution saves space inside the device while still providing an easy way to authenticate. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also believes that Apple is opting for this option in its foldable device to save valuable space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two displays in two sizes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

According to leaks, the iPhone Fold will have two displays. When unfolded, the inner display measures approximately 7.76 inches. When closed, you'll have a 5.49-inch outer display. With this, Apple follows the design concept of book-like foldables like the Galaxy Z Fold, but will likely take a different approach to the finishing touches\u2014typically Apple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n