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I’ve reviewed almost every Android foldable this year — here’s how the iPhone Duo compares
Publication: The Verge
Author: Dominic Preston
Source published: 06/11/2026, 12:30:00 UTC
Briefing created: 06/11/2026, 12:32:47 UTC
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Briefings
The author evaluated the iPhone Duo after a week and a half of use, noting that its cover screen is too small for comfortable app usage. This issue is exacerbated by a right-hand rail that restricts screen space, making the Duo's experience significantly worse than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Xiaomi 18 Fold. The review highlights a specific design flaw affecting usability on the Duo's cover display.
Key points
- The iPhone Duo's cover screen is too small for comfortable app usage, causing cramped interfaces.
- A right-hand rail on the Duo restricts screen space, unlike the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Xiaomi 18 Fold.
Context
The author compared the iPhone Duo unfavorably to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, which offer more usable screen space on their covers due to lack of restrictive rail designs.
Limitations
The evaluation is based on a single week and a half of personal use, with no broader market data or comparative testing conducted by independent reviewers.
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