Overseas media have reported that the US may get the product first, with major markets such as China following 2–3 months later. The timing of the Japanese launch remains undecided.
According to information reported by MacRumors, the foldable iPhone, reportedly called the iPhone Ultra, is expected to be rolled out on a staggered schedule by country, launching first in the US before expanding to China and other major markets 2–3 months later. No mention has been made of when it will become available in Japan.
Supply delays and pricing issues have been cited as reasons for the phased launch, while a source at ChannelNews reports that some mass-production models are already experiencing testing issues. The starting price is rumored to be over $2,000.