Lefties are out of luck with the iPhone Duo, but Apple plans to add reachability features later this year

For left-handed individuals, the iPhone Duo presents a significant drawback due to the current control setup. Apple has promised to address this issue with the introduction of Reachability features later this year. While the exact timing remains uncertain, most consumers are expected to receive their Duo either in December or January, so the inconvenience may not persist for long.

In the provided video, it's evident that the iPhone Duo is not particularly accommodating for left-handed users, requiring a considerable stretch to navigate the display and tap apps or controls.

Reachability, an accessibility setting available on standard iPhone models, could prove beneficial for left-handed users. This feature allows swiping down on the bottom edge of the screen to bring the top half of the user interface down, making it easier to reach controls with one hand. Although it does not allow for customization of the control dock's location, it offers a helpful solution for those with shorter thumbs or smaller hands.

However, the iPhone Duo also comes with other potential shortcomings. As noted by colleague Dave LeClair, the Duo is comparatively heavy, expensive, and not optimized for tasks outside of Apple's in-house apps. In terms of performance, the device demonstrated strong battery life and efficient benchmarks during lab testing. During a recent Live Q&A session, Tom's Guide addressed various questions from readers, including inquiries about the Duo's crease, camera system limitations, and Touch ID versus Face ID comparisons.