Apple’s $1,999 foldable iPhone Duo preorder sells out in minutes, deliveries pushed to late January
Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, sold out within minutes of its preorder launch, with delivery dates pushed to early 2026. The device features a dual-screen design and marks Apple's entry into a market previously dominated by Samsung and Google.
Why it matters
Apple's entry into the foldable category is a major market milestone that could validate the form factor for mainstream consumers and intensify competition in the premium smartphone sector.
Apple’s first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, saw preorders sell out within minutes of opening on Friday, with delivery estimates extending from 23 October to late January, according to Yahoo Finance's report.Priced at $1,999 in the US, the device marks Apple’s entry into the foldable smartphone market, where rivals such as Samsung and Google have spent years developing their products and building market share. The early preorder response offers an indication of initial interest in Apple’s latest premium device, although the company has not disclosed the number of units available during the first preorder window.According to the report, the iPhone Duo features a 5.4-inch external display and a 7.6-inch foldable inner screen. Its nano-texture finish is designed to reduce glare, while the display’s central crease is intended to be barely visible.Apple iPhone Duo: Features and multitasking capabilitiesThe book-style foldable smartphone introduces new ways to use applications on an iPhone.
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