{
  "id": 6724879,
  "title": "iPhone Duo trolling saga continues to outshine the official launch of iPhone 18",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/iphone-duo-trolling-saga-continues-to-outshine-the-official-launch-of",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-11T07:01:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-duo-trolling-saga-continues-to-outshine-the-official-launch-of-iphone-18-1.500670742"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple's iPhone 18 launch was overshadowed by a rival phone called the iPhone Duo, which quickly became the talk of the town. The Duo's unconventional approach to defining its target audience set it apart from Apple's usual strategy. Analysts predict that the Duo's initial sales will be strong due to its unique positioning in the market, although its long-term appeal may be limited to a niche of wealthy early adopters.\n\nIn contrast to Apple's highly anticipated launch, which centered around a new CEO's first keynote, a foldable iPhone for the first time, and a redesigned lineup, the internet turned its attention to the iPhone Duo. The rivalry between tech brands took center stage as they poked fun at Apple's delayed entry into the foldable phone market.\n\nSamsung, in particular, joined in the banter, showcasing its own foldable devices and highlighting features like multiple split screens that Apple's new phone lacked. The humor surrounding the Duo's launch was undeniable, with one user jokingly suggesting that a simple sticker could transform any iPhone into a \"Cosmic Orange\" iPhone 18.\n\nWhile Apple aimed to make a bold statement with the iPhone 18, the focus remained firmly on the iPhone Duo and its viral impact on social media. The unexpected turn of events demonstrated that sometimes, the most unexpected stories can overshadow the grandest of launches.",
  "summary": "Reuters reported that the brand had no defined audience for their new product, which is a notable news as Apple is known to have a defined targeted audience for each product line. “Apple doesn't usually define who the buyer is, but in this case specifically, they really shied away from it,” said Carolina Milanesi, an analyst at Creative Strategies. However, the Analyst doesn't expect that…",
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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."
}