{
  "id": 6457675,
  "title": "Apple unveils its first foldable, the iPhone Duo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-its-first-foldable-the-iphone-duo-6457675",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-09T18:26:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "GBC Ghana",
    "slug": "gbc-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/technology/apple-unveils-its-first-foldable/2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple unveiled its first foldable device, the iPhone Duo, at its \"Surprise and Shine\" iPhone event in Cupertino on September 9, 2026. The device is the first major product launched under the company's new CEO, John Ternus. The iPhone Duo features two screens: a 7.6-inch Retina display when unfolded and a 5.4-inch outer display when folded. Apple claims the device is \"Inspired by the versatility of iPad\" and demonstrated how it can be used in an unfolded vertical mode.\n\nOne notable feature is the absence of Face ID; instead, Touch ID is used for unlocking the device, which can also be accessed via the Apple Watch. The device's wider form factor and adapted iOS 27 provide an improved aspect ratio for video watching and allow apps to be used in a split-screen format. Users can pair apps and even use the iPhone half-folded or set it on a table.\n\nThe iPhone Duo's introduction into the foldable market comes after rivals like Samsung and Xiaomi had already released their versions of wide foldables. Despite foldables currently making up less than 2% of smartphone shipments, Counterpoint predicts that Apple's new phone could capture up to 25% market share by the end of the year, potentially spurring demand for this form factor.",
  "summary": "Apple introduced its first foldable device, named the iPhone Duo, at its “Surprise and Shine” iPhone event held in Cupertino, September, 9, 2026. The phone is the first marquee device launched under the company’s new CEO, John Ternus. The unfolded display is a 7.6-inch Retina display, and the outer display is 5.4 inches. The company […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "Financial Times",
        "title": "Apple raises iPhone prices ahead of foldable device launch",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-raises-iphone-prices-ahead-of-foldable-device-launch",
        "published": "2026-09-09T17:55:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Mac",
        "title": "Apple unveils foldable iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-foldable-iphone-duo",
        "published": "2026-09-09T17:57:54.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "TechCrunch",
        "title": "Apple unveils its first foldable, the iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-its-first-foldable-the-iphone-duo",
        "published": "2026-09-09T17:58:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Apple finally reveals foldable iPhone Duo with Z Fold 8-like form factor",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-finally-reveals-foldable-iphone-duo-with-z-fold-8-like-form",
        "published": "2026-09-09T17:59:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CNET",
        "title": "Apple Debuts the iPhone Duo, its First Foldable Handset",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-debuts-the-iphone-duo-its-first-foldable-handset",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:01:23.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Verge",
        "title": "Apple completely revamped iOS 27’s controls and apps for the iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-completely-revamped-ios-27s-controls-and-apps-for-the-iphone-duo",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:12:22.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Apple launches foldable iPhone Duo, hopes to lord over tough premium segment",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-launches-foldable-iphone-duo-hopes-to-lord-over-tough-premium",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:19:57.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Sydney Morning Herald",
        "title": "Apple unveils its foldable iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-its-foldable-iphone-duo-6454405",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:30:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Age",
        "title": "Apple unveils its foldable iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-its-foldable-iphone-duo",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:30:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Hindu - Sci-Tech",
        "title": "Apple launches its first ever foldable phone iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-launches-its-first-ever-foldable-phone-iphone-duo",
        "published": "2026-09-09T18:41:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Arutz Sheva - Israel National News",
        "title": "Apple unveils foldable iPhone Duo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-unveils-foldable-iphone-duo-6475238",
        "published": "2026-09-09T20:46:35.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
}