Previous leaks suggested that Apple could opt for fairly basic shades for the foldable iPhone Ultra, including dark gray/black and bright white/silver.

However, the latest leaked images offer a clearer glimpse of what the device could actually look like.

Unlike the iPhone Pro lineup, which Apple has been steering toward a more youthful aesthetic with bolder colors, the iPhone Ultra appears likely to retain a more understated and professional look.

Leaker Sonny Dickson recently shared images of camera protectors purportedly designed for the iPhone Ultra.

The accessories appear to reinforce several key details previously reported about the design of Apple's first foldable iPhone.

Notably, the darker version seems to lean toward deep blue rather than the silver or gray suggested by earlier rumors. The lighter version, meanwhile, appears closer to silver than pure white.

iPhone Ultra could feature two cameras instead of three

The leaked images also reveal another noteworthy detail: the iPhone Ultra could feature a dual-camera system rather than the triple-camera setup found on current iPhone Pro models.

That could be one of the compromises prospective buyers will have to weigh if the iPhone Ultra does indeed cost around $2,300, as some rumors have suggested.

At a price significantly higher than the iPhone Pro Max, having only two cameras could leave some consumers questioning the value the device offers.

However, the dual-camera system could be part of Apple's strategy to optimize the device's size and weight.

As a foldable device, the iPhone Ultra will have to strike a delicate balance between thinness, weight, durability and the internal space required for its components.

New colors could give iPhone Ultra a distinctive identity

Because the images come from third-party accessories, the actual colors of the iPhone Ultra may not look exactly the same when Apple officially unveils the device.

Even so, the shades shown in the leak have a sophisticated appearance and could help give Apple's first foldable iPhone a distinctly premium and commanding identity.

The overall design is expected to favor minimalism while maintaining a sturdy feel. Apple is rumored to be using a combination of titanium and aluminum for the frame in an effort to reduce weight while preserving the necessary durability.

A structural glass frame in the middle of the device, advanced optically clear adhesive (OCA) and a liquid-metal hinge are also reportedly expected to improve durability and display performance.

These technologies could make the screen crease less noticeable, addressing one of the biggest weaknesses of today's foldable smartphones.

iPhone Ultra could give the foldable phone market a major boost

Despite potential hardware compromises and an expected price tag at the very top end of the market, the iPhone Ultra is likely to become one of Apple's most closely watched products.

iPhone users have been waiting for a foldable model for years. Even if the device does not fully meet expectations on cameras or price, the strength of the Apple brand could still generate enough demand for the product to sell out quickly during its initial launch period.

According to DigiTimes, the arrival of Apple's first foldable iPhone could help drive growth of around 20% across the foldable smartphone market.

That projection is perhaps unsurprising given that the iPhone is estimated to have accounted for as much as 65% of premium smartphone sales in the first half of 2026.

Hai Phong