Enters Apple the foldable smartphone era with iPhone Duo, combining a large flexible display with the power of the A20 Pro chip and an advanced camera setup. Designed to move between everyday smartphone use and a larger workspace, the new device brings a very different format to the familiar iPhone experience.
Features iPhone Duo a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR inner display alongside a 5.4-inch outer screen for quick everyday use. Adds Apple a nano-texture layer to the larger display to reduce reflections and make the crease less noticeable, while placing the FaceTime camera beneath the inner screen for a cleaner viewing experience.
Adapts iOS to different folding positions and supports Split View for multitasking. Allows the larger display users to watch content on one section while handling another task on the rest of the screen. Plans Apple Pencil support for later in the year, adding another productivity-focused element to the foldable design.
Powers the device the A20 Pro chip alongside a new display engine capable of managing both screens simultaneously and a C2 modem for cellular connectivity. Uses Apple Grade 5 Titanium for the body and adds IP68 water and dust resistance, while offering the phone in Star White and Night Sky.
Handles photography a 48MP Fusion main camera with 2x optical zoom and a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera. Supports video recording at up to 4K and 120fps, while a 12MP Center Stage camera sits on the outer display and an under-display FaceTime camera serves the larger inner screen.
Distributes Apple two batteries across both sides of the foldable body to maximize the available internal space. Delivers the phone up to 31 hours of video playback using the inner display, while extending that figure to 44 hours when using the outer screen.
Starts iPhone Duo at $1,999 for the 256GB model, placing it firmly within the premium end of the iPhone lineup. Opens Apple pre-orders on October 16, with general availability beginning October 23, marking the start of a completely new chapter for the iPhone.
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