iPhone Duo Preorders Are Open, and Apple’s Folding Phone Is Selling Fast
Demand is strong for Apple’s first foldable, which will first be available on Oct. 23.
Apple’s first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, is generating buzz as preorders open on Friday at 5 a.m. PT. Although the device releases on October 23, preorders won't ship until January 29. The phone can be purchased at mobile carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, though availability may vary. Apple enthusiasts can also try the iPhone Duo in stores on release day.
CNET Senior Tech Reporter Abrar Al Heeti had a chance to test the device before preorders opened. She found it to be essentially a compact iPhone that can also function as an iPad Mini. Al Heeti noted the screen is especially satisfying to use, with the crease virtually disappearing when the screen is on. The 7.6-inch screen is the largest iPhone display yet, with an additional 5.4-inch outer display.
The iPhone Duo sports two 48-megapixel cameras, one main and one ultrawide, making it suitable for multitasking. It comes with Apple Pencil support and drag-and-drop functionality similar to an iPad. Pricing starts at $1,999, but trade-in offers and Apple’s Upgrade program could reduce the out-of-pocket cost.
Although Apple is late to the folding phone game, the iPhone Duo might still appeal to those already invested in the iPhone ecosystem. The bigger question lies in whether it will entice Android users, who have access to the latest hinged options from Samsung (Galaxy Fold 8 and Galaxy Flip 8) and Google (Pixel 11 Pro Fold).
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