Is Apple About to Make Foldables Mainstream? w/ Michael Fisher

This episode features special guest Michael Fisher (Mr. Mobile)
and explores why foldable smartphones remain a niche, with less
than 2 percent of buyers ever having used one. Major barriers
include Android exclusivity, iPhone user lock-in, limited
mainstream interest, and high prices. Apple’s reputation for
turning obscure categories mainstream raises the question of
whether a future iPhone Fold would legitimize the segment or
simply reveal how little consumer appetite there really is for
foldables.


Hosts:  @Andru  &
 @jon4lakers  
Guest:  @TheMrMobile 


Apple’s arrival in any product category can rapidly shift
consumer perception, lending instant credibility to what was once
seen as a novelty. Despite six-plus years and multiple iterations
from Samsung and others, foldables have struggled to gain
widespread traction, even as innovation continues. Real-world
statistics show that adoption is slow and interest is still
tightly linked to brand loyalty and ecosystem lock-in, rather
than just hardware features.


Hands-on experience with Samsung’s Galaxy Fold 7 and Z Flip 7
highlights key improvements in ergonomics, camera systems, outer
screen usability, and battery life. However, fast charging
remains a notable weakness compared to competitors. Other
technical debates include the ongoing value of S-Pen support, the
importance of thinness versus durability, and how Chinese brands
are advancing the market, though often at the cost of software
polish or US market compatibility.


A major segment covers Apple’s lawsuit against Jon Prosser over
leaked iOS 26 details and device trade secrets. The panel
discusses the legal and ethical lines between tech journalism,
leaks, and trade secret theft, contrasting the current case with
past experiences and lawsuits in the industry. Topics include
privacy expectations for employees, Apple’s approach to leaks,
and the impact such lawsuits have on creators, reporters, and the
broader tech community.


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