GoKawiilApple takes down online store ahead of iPhone Duo preorders at 5 AM ET
Apple has temporarily taken the Apple Store offline as it prepares to open preorders for the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, at 5 AM Eastern Time. The device launches October 23 with a 7.6-inch inner display, 5.4-inch outer display, A20 Pro chip, Touch ID instead of Face ID, and pricing starting at $1999, alongside iOS 27.1 software built for the folding form factor.
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Supply reports suggesting limited initial stock imply early buyers may need to act quickly to secure a unit, which could shape perceptions of demand regardless of actual sell-through. Apple's entry into foldables, even as a small market segment, could pressure competitors and signal how mainstream the category might become if execution and supply improve over time.
- iPhone Duo preorders open at 5 AM ET ahead of October 23 launch
- Starts at $1999 with A20 Pro chip, Touch ID, and dual displays
- Limited initial supply is expected to cause stock to sell out quickly
Source: 9to5mac.com — Benjamin Mayo, 2026-10-16
Published there as: “Apple Store is down ahead of iPhone Duo preorder rush”
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