Apple Reveals First Foldable iPhone Duo With 7.6-Inch Open Screen
The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable smartphone, adding a passport-sized device to its lineup that integrates iPad-scale screen space with iPhone portability.
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Apple announced the foldable iPhone Duo on September 9, with pre-orders starting October 16 and release on October 23. The device opens to a 7.6-inch inner display and closes to a 5.4-inch outer screen. Japanese pricing starts at 364,800 yen for 256GB. It runs the A20 Pro chip and iOS 27.
The announcement came during Apple's September 9 event, where the company positioned the Duo as a device that bridges its phone and tablet lines. The foldable design lets users operate the 5.4-inch outer screen one-handed, then open to a 7.6-inch display with the same aspect ratio on both screens, so app layouts stay consistent when switching states.
Apple addressed common foldable concerns directly: a special surface finish reduces light reflection and crease visibility, while the front camera sits beneath the display when open. The frame is titanium, and the hinge contains more than 100 parts. An eSIM-only design and a battery split across both sides support the larger screen's power demands.
The camera system adds fold-specific features, including subject preview on the outer screen and pose-detection auto shutter. The device can stand folded on a desk for tripod-free video calls.
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