'We didn't ship them all away during the pre-order' — Apple's Greg Joswiak has good news for iPhone Duo buyers

Apple’s upcoming iPhone Duo folding phone has generated significant buzz since its pre-order opened last week, with demand so high that initial shipping estimates pushed far into January 2027. Speaking directly to reporters, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Marketing Greg Joswiak offered some positive news for prospective owners.

"We didn't ship them all away during the pre-order," Joswiak assured, explaining that the company still maintains inventory available in stores. He added, "I'll be at 5th Avenue in the morning, my favorite place to launch iPhone, and I'm sure we'll have some happy customers." This comment provides a glimmer of hope for those waiting online or planning to camp out for the launch on October 23, 2026.

Joswiak previously mentioned that Apple would have limited supply for walk-ins, but now clarifies that the Duo will indeed be available in stores. While online orders have struggled with long wait times, Joswiak reiterated that Apple maintains a stock set aside for those who prefer to pick up their phone in person. The pre-order frenzy underscored the extraordinary demand for the iPhone Duo, with Joswiak noting, "Well, I think you saw the pre-order demand last week was extraordinary."

TechRadar's review praises the iPhone Duo's impressive form factor and unique user experiences, such as the MLB app's seamless World Series display. Despite the pre-order backlog, Joswiak remains confident, reminding potential customers that units will be available in stores on launch day.