Apple Intensifies Folding Phone Rivalry With This Move

Apple Inc AAPL continues to explore options to fill the entire volume of an iPhone, Apple Insider reports. The iPhone maker is researching batteries that can fill the gaps in flexible devices like a prospective iPhone Fold.
The battery-dependent company continues to explore options to make a battery compatible with a folding device.
Apple's patent application cites that it "relates to electronic device configurations providing flexible movement of aspects of the device," including a mention of a "hinge section" with adequate thickness to accommodate batteries.
Apple is looking at how a bendable battery might be a crucial part of making a flexible device.
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd SSNLF has already launched its third-generation, 5G-enabled premium foldable smartphones at lower prices.
Price Action: AAPL shares traded lower by 0.46% at $154.39 in the market session on the last check Thursday.