Verge Staff Reviews Apple's New iPhone Duo: Reactions, Pros, Cons
Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone featuring a dual-screen design with a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner screen. The device includes two rear cameras, Touch ID authentication, an IP68 rating for water resistance, and software enhancements tailored to iOS on larger screens. Priced at $1,999 starting from the 256GB model, preorders begin October 16 with availability set for October 23. The Verge staff shared mixed reactions: some praised its design, naming convention, and potential as a portable creative tool due to Apple Pencil support. Others criticized the high price point or questioned practicality in daily use. A few reviewers noted concerns about screen durability, particularly regarding creases from repeated folding over time. The iPhone Duo is seen by some as potentially disrupting content creation with its 1.4:1 aspect ratio and could compete directly with Samsung's foldable models like the Galaxy Z Fold series.
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