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Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo
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Device Specifications and Pricing
Apple introduced the iPhone Duo at its “Surprise and shine” event, positioning it alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. The Duo features a 5.4-inch outer display that folds outward to reveal a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR screen. It is powered by the A20 Pro chipset—the same processor used in the iPhone 18 Pro—and houses a 48-megapixel fusion camera, though it lacks the variable aperture found on the 18 Pro. The phone retains an IP68 water-resistance rating and is protected by Ceramic Shield 2 on the back and Ceramic Shield on the front. Biometric security relies on a Touch ID sensor embedded along the device’s edge; Face ID is not included. Apple Pencil support is slated for later in the year. The Duo will be offered in Star White and Night Sky, with a starting price of $1,999 for the 256 GB model.
Carrier Promotions and Purchase Options
Several U.S. carriers have announced promotional incentives for the iPhone Duo. AT&T provides up to $1,200 off with a qualifying trade-in, adds a reward card of up to $800 for customers switching to the network, and offers an additional $200 per line credit for new eligible lines activated online. T-Mobile’s Experience Beyond and Go5G Next plans grant up to $1,000 off with eligible trade-ins, or the same discount without a trade-in when a new line is added and the customer switches carriers. Verizon waives its $40 activation fee for new customers who preorder, and offers financing at $55.55 per month over 36 months with 0 % APR; a Simplicity Pro package is also available for $72.
Availability and Pre-order Details
Apple and Best Buy are currently accepting pre-orders for an unlocked version of the iPhone Duo. The device is scheduled to ship on Friday, October 23, marking the first release of a foldable iPhone to the consumer market.
Summary of Key Features
- Foldable form factor: 5.4-inch outer, 7.6-inch inner Super Retina XDR display
- Processor: A20 Pro (shared with iPhone 18 Pro)
- Camera: 48-megapixel fusion sensor, no variable aperture
- Biometric: Edge-mounted Touch ID, no Face ID
- Durability: IP68 rating, Ceramic Shield 2 rear, Ceramic Shield front
- Colors: Star White, Night Sky
- Starting price: $1,999 (256 GB)
The iPhone Duo’s launch combines Apple’s hardware pedigree with a new foldable design, while carrier incentives aim to soften the premium price for early adopters.
