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The iPhone Duo is now available to preorder at $1,999
Publication: The Verge
Author: Sheena Vasani
Source published: 16/10/2026, 12:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 16/10/2026, 14:21:53 UTC
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Briefings
Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo at its 'Surprise and shine' event in October 2026, marking the company's first foldable smartphone. The device features a 5.4-inch outer screen that expands to a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR display. It includes an IP68 rating with Ceramic Shield 2 protection and supports Apple Pencil integration, though Face ID is absent in favor of an edge Touch ID sensor. Preorders are available at $1,999.
Key points
- The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable smartphone, unveiled at the 'Surprise and shine' event in October 2026.
- The device features a 5.4-inch outer screen that unfolds to reveal a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR display.
Context
The iPhone Duo was announced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models during Apple's 'Surprise and shine' event in October 2026. This marks the company's first foldable smartphone, with Apple Pencil support expected later in the year.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the article snippet provided; no additional background context or research data is supplied. The device lacks Face ID for facial unlocking, and specific pre-order availability details are confirmed at $1,999.
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