“When folded, a tablet takes up less space but then allows you to spread out.
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A folding iPad would solve this if Apple can get the screen right.
Plus, it would just be easier to fit into a purse or backpack.
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“Furthermore, folding tablets are awesome because of their high portability.
They can easily fit in a purse, tote bag, backpack, and more.”
A phone needs to be accessible in an instant.
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But we have no such expectations for tablets.
Samsung, which has gone all-in on folding phones, has a history of problems with its screens.
Samsung uses plastic-covered screens to get enough flexibility to bend them shut.
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Microsoft has taken a different approach, using two conventional glass screens side-by-side in a hinged casing.
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Apple is incredibly fussy about its screens.
They are some of the best in the business.
There’s no way it would introduce a product with a less-than-amazing screen.
So how would a folding iPad work?
But glass doesn’t fold.
That’s pretty exciting stuff right there.
When Apple does hardware, it does it right.
This could be a big deal.
