GoKawiilApple launches first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, starting at $1,999
Apple introduced the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, at its Cupertino fall event alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The titanium device features a 7.6-inch inner display and 5.4-inch outer screen, runs on the A20 Pro chip, uses Touch ID instead of Face ID, and starts at $1,999 for 256GB. Preorders open October 16 with a release date of October 23.
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Apple's entry into foldables puts pressure on established players like Samsung, Google and various Chinese manufacturers who have led this niche category for years. Analysts expect Apple's participation to significantly accelerate the foldable market, with IDC projecting over 12% growth in global shipments this year largely attributed to the Duo's launch.
- The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 for 256GB, with preorders beginning October 16 and release on October 23.
- The device uses Touch ID rather than Face ID and runs on Apple's new A20 Pro chip.
- IDC predicts Apple's foldable entry will help drive over 12% growth in global foldable phone shipments this year.
Apple Pencil Pro — Apple says the iPhone Duo's 7.6-inch inner display works with Apple Pencil, so this is the natural companion for sketching and note-taking on that big foldable canvas. The Pencil Pro adds squeeze gestures, barrel roll and haptic feedback for finer control, and it magnetically attaches for charging and pairing.
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