A Broken iPhone Duo Could Cost Up to $1,499 to Repair
The iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable, is already an incredibly expensive phone, rolling in at $1,999 to start. But, while the buy-in price is high, it's also going to be extremely expensive if it breaks.
Apple's first foldable, the iPhone Duo, is an incredibly expensive smartphone that starts at $1,999. While the initial price is steep, the device's repair costs could also be quite high. According to 9to5Mac, the costs of repairing a damaged iPhone Duo can range from $199 for glass back damage to $999 for inner screen damage. In the worst-case scenario, Apple may charge up to $1,499 to fix other types of damage, though it's unclear what this encompasses.
However, investing in AppleCare+ could significantly reduce these repair fees. Given the expensive and complicated nature of the iPhone Duo, potential buyers should strongly consider purchasing AppleCare+ along with a protective case. Although Apple has shown improvement over previous foldable devices, which were notorious for their fragility and display issues, the iPhone Duo's potential durability remains to be seen.
Only time will tell how well the device holds up to everyday use. There's also a possibility that the iPhone Duo's unique display aspect ratio will make it one of the first foldables that's actually suitable for gaming.
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