Apple Awarded Patent that Hints at Foldable Device

Apple’s latest patent is adding to anticipation that the iPhone maker could be on the cusp of launching a foldable device.

The patent, which was awarded to Apple Tuesday, describes technology that would allow users to touch multiple parts of a device, not just the screen, to carry out functions.

For example, a user could touch the side of a device to control the camera, according to the patent. Apple describes this as a “virtual shutter button.” A user could also slide their finger up and down the side of the device to control the volume.

One of the images included in the patent is a drawing of a foldable phone or tablet that has a wraparound screen.

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