The global foldable smartphone market had a softer Q2 2026, mainly due to product-cycle timing and weaker clamshell demand. China remained the key market, while book-type foldables continued to gain momentum, led by Huawei’s Pura X Max. The report reviews Q2 performance by region, OEM and form factor, along with recent market developments and the longer-term outlook.

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Global Foldable Shipments to Hit 100-million Cumulative Milestone by End of 2026

Cumulative global foldable smartphone shipments are set to surpass 100 million units by the end of 2026. Foldables are currently in their eighth generation since the emergence of the category in 2019.