Apple entered the foldable‑phone market on Tuesday with the iPhone Duo, its inaugural device that folds to a size comparable to a passport and expands to a 7.5‑inch display when opened. The company presented the handset during its Daily Fix briefing, emphasizing a seamless hinge and a glass‑back design that mirrors its flagship iPhone aesthetic.
The Duo will be offered in three storage tiers: a base 256 GB model priced at $1,999, a mid‑range 512 GB version at $2,399, and a top‑end 2 TB configuration costing $3,199. All variants will ship with Apple’s latest A‑series processor, a triple‑camera array, and support for the iOS 18 operating system, which includes new multitasking features tailored for the foldable form factor.
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Apple said the device will be available for purchase beginning October 23, with pre‑orders opening a week earlier. The company also announced that the Duo will support MagSafe accessories, 5G connectivity, and a battery that delivers up to 12 hours of mixed‑use video playback, according to internal testing data.
Industry analysts note that Apple’s entry into the foldable segment comes after years of competition from Samsung, Huawei and Motorola, which have refined hinge technology and flexible displays. While the Duo’s price point sits at the high end of the market, Apple expects demand from premium consumers who value its ecosystem integration and brand cachet.
The announcement also coincided with unrelated news from Sony’s PlayStation Plus service and a whimsical collaboration for the game Skyrim, but Apple’s focus remained squarely on positioning the iPhone Duo as a flagship device that could redefine how users interact with large‑screen mobile experiences.
