{
  "id": 17053637,
  "title": "Forget iPhone Duo, this iPhone is lighter, more durable and $100 off",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/forget-iphone-duo-this-iphone-is-lighter-more-durable-and-100-off",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-29T11:15:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/forget-iphone-duo-this-iphone-is-lighter-more-durable-and-usd100-off"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The iPhone Duo, a special edition iPhone, is currently hard to find due to issues with its screen. However, another exclusive iPhone model offers a cheaper alternative with added durability. This iPhone model, the iPhone Air, is now available at Best Buy for $999, a $100 discount from its original price. Despite being a year old, the iPhone Air remains a high-quality device with several appealing features.\n\nThe standout characteristic of the iPhone Air is its slim and lightweight design. Weighing in at just 5.82 ounces, it is significantly lighter than the iPhone Duo, which weighs 8.96 ounces. Additionally, the iPhone Air is slightly thinner than the Duo, measuring 0.22 inches compared to the Duo's 0.20 inches. This makes the iPhone Air more comfortable to use and carry around.\n\nOther notable attributes of the iPhone Air include a 6.5-inch display with an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz and a maximum brightness of 1,678 nits. Powered by the A19 chip, the phone delivers strong performance, though it falls short of the A20 Pro in terms of capabilities. The camera system, while not as extensive due to the absence of ultrawide and telephoto lenses, still provides good performance.\n\nDurability is another strength of the iPhone Air. It features Ceramic Shield 2 display glass, IP68 water and dust resistance, and a titanium build. This combination of features makes the iPhone Air resistant to bending, addressing one of the concerns raised about its predecessor.\n\nThe iPhone Air comes equipped with iOS 27, which includes Apple Intelligence features and 12GB of RAM for running on-device functionalities like Siri Expressive Voices and enhanced dictation. Despite its sleek design and impressive specifications, the iPhone Air does lack some advanced features such as stylus support, multitasking, and faster charging speed compared to more recent iPhone models.\n\nThe battery life of the iPhone Air is slightly less than that of other iPhones, providing approximately 12 hours in our testing. However, considering its slim design, this is a reasonable trade-off for a stylish and durable device that is likely to turn heads. For those seeking a fashionable iPhone that is easy to obtain, the iPhone Air is an excellent choice, especially as it remains available right before the holidays.",
  "summary": "iPhone Duo isn't the only special edition iPhone available, and you can save $100 on the super-skinny iPhone Air right now.",
  "key_points": [
    "iPhone Air available at Best Buy for $999, $100 off original price",
    "iPhone Air is 5.82 ounces, lighter than iPhone Duo's 8.96 ounces",
    "iPhone Air features Ceramic Shield 2 display, IP68 water resistance"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Android Police",
        "title": "Forget the iPhone Duo: this AT&T deal could land you $1,200 off the Galaxy Z Fold 8 right now",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/forget-the-iphone-duo-this-at-t-deal-could-land-you-1-200-off-the",
        "published": "2026-10-29T11:35:10.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}