- Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, featuring the A20 Pro chip and an eSIM-only design.
- The iPhone Duo is eSIM-only worldwide, making it the second iPhone after the Air to ditch the physical SIM tray.
- The iPhone Duo features a 48MP fusion ultrawide camera, supports 4K Dolby Vision HDR, and includes a 12MP Center Stage front camera.
- The iPhone Duo features a precision hinge with over 100 components, a grade 5 titanium enclosure, and Ceramic Shield 2 on the front with 3x better scratch resistance.
- iPhone Duo's camera system includes a 48MP Fusion Main camera with zero shutter lag, a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera, and a Center Stage front camera that automatically captures photos in any orientation.
- iPhone Duo supports 4K120 fps recording in Dolby Vision, Cinematic effects after capture at up to 60 fps, and Audio Mix with new algorithms for higher-quality voices.
- iPhone Duo offers up to 31 hours of video playback on the inner display, up to 44 hours on the outer display, and fast charging to 50% in about 20 minutes.
- iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 (U.S.) and is available in star white and night sky, with pre-orders beginning Friday, October 16 and availability Friday, October 23.
- The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 have maintained the starting prices of their predecessors at $400 and $800, respectively.
Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, featuring a dual rear-camera setup and a design akin to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8. The device is powered by the A20 Pro chip, which offers up to 35% higher sustained performance compared to the iPhone 17 Pro.
Starting at $1,999 for 256GB, the iPhone Duo supports storage options up to 2TB. Preorders will begin on October 16, with availability set for October 23. The device is eSIM-only, allowing for two batteries, enhancing its design and functionality.
The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch inner display and a 5.4-inch outer display, providing a large canvas for multitasking and content viewing. It supports 4K Dolby Vision HDR and includes a 48MP Fusion camera system, ensuring high-quality photography.
In addition to the iPhone Duo, Apple introduced the iPhone 18 Pro starting at $1,199 and the iPhone 18 Pro Max at $1,299. The new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 maintain their starting prices at $400 and $800, respectively, with preorders available now.
The iPhone Duo is available in star white and night sky colors, showcasing Apple’s commitment to innovation in the smartphone market.
“The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 with pre-orders on October 16 and availability October 23, offering up to 44 hours of video playback on the outer display. Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 maintain $400 and $800 prices, shipping September 18.”
