CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA / RankWire.AI / – Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, its inaugural foldable iPhone model, with U.S. prices starting at $1,999. The company revealed the device on Sept. 9 at its Cupertino headquarters. Apple CEO John Ternus introduced the new device as part of the latest hardware lineup. Preorders will commence on Oct. 16 across more than 70 countries and regions, with the first units arriving at customers and stores on Oct. 23.
Featuring a book-style design, the iPhone Duo incorporates two Super Retina XDR displays. When closed, a 5.4-inch screen handles everyday phone functions. Opening the device reveals a 7.6-inch inner display suitable for video playback, apps, gaming, and multitasking. The enclosure is crafted from Grade 5 titanium, and the hinge assembly includes over 100 components. The device also bears an IP68 rating for splash, water, and dust resistance.
Apple has customized its mobile software to optimize the larger folding display. The iOS 27.1 operating system, included with the device, features enhancements tailored for the new format. Users can run two apps side-by-side and save preferred app pairings. When open, the phone can display two Home Screen pages simultaneously. Touch ID is integrated into the side button, allowing biometric authentication in both configurations.
Foldable screen enhances multitasking and camera capabilities on iPhone
The rear camera setup includes a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera along with a 48-megapixel Fusion Ultra Wide camera. The main sensor offers an optical-quality 2x telephoto option and supports zero shutter lag. External preview of rear-camera selfies is available on the outer display before capturing. Duo Preview enables subjects to see the framing while someone else controls the camera. The main camera can record 4K video at up to 120 frames per second with Dolby Vision.
Powering the foldable iPhone is Apple’s A20 Pro chip, complemented by a dual-battery system. A custom vapor chamber manages heat during intensive tasks. Apple claims up to 31 hours of video playback using the inner display, increasing to 44 hours with the outer screen. The device supports fast wired and wireless charging, as well as Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread connectivity.
Pricing details and rollout plans reach over 70 markets in October
Available configurations include storage options of 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB. Customers can select between star white and night sky finishes. The base price in the United States is $1,999, with AED 8,499 in the UAE. Sales begin on Oct. 23 after preorders open a week earlier. On Oct. 30, Apple will expand sales to an additional 28 countries and regions. The model is now exclusively eSIM-enabled worldwide.
The iPhone Duo introduces Apple into the foldable smartphone segment with a unique hardware and software strategy. Its design merges a compact external display with the largest display Apple has ever integrated into an iPhone. The device combines Apple’s processors, camera system, connectivity features, and iOS into a foldable form factor. Customers will receive the first units approximately six weeks after its September debut, with the October release marking the commercial launch of Apple’s first foldable iPhone.