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Apple Replaces iPhone Duo Units With Cracked Displays

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026, 13:57 UTC · How we work

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Apple is replacing U.S. iPhone Duo units that develop cracked inner displays.
Cracks form along the hinge with bright lines after fewer than 20 openings.
Users report hearing an audible pop or crunch just before the screen breaks.
iFixit’s teardown indicates the center support bar may not fully retract, creating a stress hotspot.
Apple offers free replacements and charges $999 for out-of-warranty repair, or $99 with AppleCare+.

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Apple is replacing U.S. iPhone Duo units that develop cracked inner displays.
Cracks form along the hinge with bright lines after fewer than 20 openings.
Users report hearing an audible pop or crunch just before the screen breaks.
iFixit’s teardown indicates the center support bar may not fully retract, creating a stress hotspot.
Apple offers free replacements and charges $999 for out-of-warranty repair, or $99 with AppleCare+.