iPhone Duo buyers line up days early despite high chance of heartbreak

Apple's inaugural foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, has already generated eager anticipation from consumers days before its official release. Individuals are already forming queues outside Apple Stores in various parts of the world, hoping to secure a chance to purchase the device. Despite limited availability, many hopeful buyers are not leaving the stores with a new iPhone.

Apple has not disclosed precise production figures, particularly prior to the product's launch, but they have confirmed that there will be restricted stock available at retail outlets. This announcement hasn't deterred the enthusiastic crowd, though. Lexus C on X shared footage from Apple Galaxy Macau, where a substantial crowd of around 200 people had already queued up two days prior to the launch.

As the date of the iPhone Duo unveiling approaches, people across the globe have started lining up outside Apple Stores. In the United States, at the Apple Fifth Ave store, a small but growing group of around 5-6 individuals has been waiting, while staff are seen setting up the large iPhone Duo models for display at the storefront.

Order confirmations for preorders are expected to begin coming in for these buyers on Thursday, with deliveries anticipated to commence on October 23. The iPhone Duo was unveiled at Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' event on September 9, priced at $1,999 for the base model. Despite the premium price, the foldable sold out within minutes of its announcement. As of now, wait times for shipments from Apple have been extended into January 2027.