Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo starts at $2,000 with an October launch
Apple’s $2,000 foldable iPhone Duo launches in October, but 9to5Google notes it is noticeably thicker and heavier than comparable Android devices like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
9to5Google reports the iPhone Duo is significantly bulkier than its rivals, weighing 254 grams and measuring 11.3mm thick when closed. This makes it heavier and thicker than the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and the standard Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Source: 9to5Google9to5Mac has confirmed the specific retail timeline, noting that pre-orders for the iPhone Duo open on October 16 with shipping beginning October 23. This launch schedule is distinct from the iPhone 18 Pro models, which are available for order immediately and ship on September 18.
Source: 9to5MacGSMArena highlights that the device’s name has shifted from the previously rumored 'iPhone Ultra' to 'iPhone Duo' just hours before the event. The report also clarifies that the $2,000 entry price reflects a $200 reduction from Mark Gurman's earlier estimate, with top-tier configurations reaching nearly $3,000.
Source: GSMArenaEngadget confirms the device will officially be named the iPhone Duo, with prices ranging from $2,000 for the base model to nearly $3,000 for the top-tier 2TB configuration. The report also details a magnetic hinge, a wide landscape folding form factor, and a $100 price increase for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
Source: EngadgetThe Verge notes that the $2,000 starting price for the 256GB model positions the device slightly above recent competitors like the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 8, while remaining under the premium Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The report also confirms the initial release will be available in white and dark blue colorways.
Source: The VergeApple has confirmed the name and price of its first foldable smartphone, which will launch later this year.
Source: MacRumors
