{
  "id": 18307875,
  "title": "iPhone Duo shipping dates are slipping to 2027 — how to get yours sooner",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/iphone-duo-shipping-dates-are-slipping-to-2027-how-to-get-yours-sooner",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-05T12:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/iphone-duo-shipping-dates-are-slipping-to-2027-how-to-get-yours-sooner"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The iPhone Duo foldable smartphone, known for its innovative design and intuitive software, is one of the premium devices offered by Apple. Priced at $1,999, the device's high cost is a reflection of its advanced features and Apple's commitment to quality. However, Apple's foldable offering has experienced delays in availability, with estimated shipping dates pushing as far as February 2027 in some cases. This is where assistance can come in handy.\n\nAs the deals editor for Tom's Guide, the author has been monitoring the restocking of the iPhone Duo across various platforms. The goal is to help consumers secure their desired device at the earliest possible date. The advice given is to place an order as soon as possible, being as flexible as you can in terms of choice and timing.\n\nFor instance, the base 256GB model, the most economical option, is backordered until late December, regardless of the vendor. However, some carriers have shown better restocking times. Xfinity Mobile, for example, has an estimated ship date of early December 3. Other carriers, including Apple, Verizon, AT&T, and Red Pocket, also have varying restock dates, with some backorders extending into February 2027.\n\nDeals on the iPhone Duo include discounts of up to $1,200 off when switching carriers and bringing your number or trading in an eligible phone, as well as free accessories like an Apple Watch 12 or iPad A16 with a new line. These offers, available through carriers like T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and Xfinity Mobile, present an opportunity for potential buyers to acquire the device at a more affordable price.",
  "summary": "iPhone Duo ship dates have slipped to February 2027. I'm tracking all of the latest iPhone Duo restocks so you can get your phone ahead of the holidays.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}