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Apple to Replace iPhone Duo Units With Hinged Cracking Screens

By Drooid · Oct 26, 2026, 9:59 PM UTC · How we work

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Apple Fixes Duo Cracks

Apple will replace iPhone Duo phones with inner displays that crack along the hinge.
The issue affects a small number of units released on October 25, 2026.
AppleCare can provide replacements even for devices bought from carriers, without AppleCare+ coverage.
iFixit’s teardown suggests a misaligned hinge support bar creates a stress hotspot causing the cracks.

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IDC projects Apple will capture 44% of foldable smartphone market’s dollar value in 2026.
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Apple Fixes Duo Cracks

Apple will replace iPhone Duo phones with inner displays that crack along the hinge.
The issue affects a small number of units released on October 25, 2026.
AppleCare can provide replacements even for devices bought from carriers, without AppleCare+ coverage.
iFixit’s teardown suggests a misaligned hinge support bar creates a stress hotspot causing the cracks.

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