Apple Says iPhone Duo Has Replaceable 'Cover Layer' Above the Display
Apple has confirmed that the nano-texture cover layer on the new iPhone Duo is replaceable by service providers. This layer is designed to minimize the visibility of the display crease, with AppleCare+ customers eligible for a $19 replacement fee.
Why it matters
This highlights Apple's evolving approach to repairability and maintenance for foldable display technology, which is a critical concern for consumer longevity.
In a recent interview with content creator Angelica Siciliani Fendi , Apple's vice president of hardware engineering Kate Bergeron revealed that the iPhone Duo's nano-texture cover layer above the inner display can be removed and replaced.
"It's actually replaceable, which is a really nice thing for the customer that you can peel off that layer and get a new one," said Bergeron.
In the U.S., customers who purchase AppleCare+ coverage for the iPhone Duo can get the cover layer replaced for $19, according to Apple's website . The cost to replace the cover layer without coverage has yet to be disclosed.
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