From Apple · · 3 min
Apple Unveils iPhone Duo
Meet Apple's first foldable iPhone, featuring a massive 7.6-inch display, A20 Pro chip, and intelligent dual-screen features.
In brief
Meet Apple's first foldable iPhone, featuring a massive 7.6-inch display, A20 Pro chip, and intelligent dual-screen features. The iPhone Duo combines a foldable 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR screen with custom iOS poses, A20 Pro silicon, and dual-screen camera tricks in a durable titanium body. Originally reported by…
A new iPhone enters the fold
The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable smartphone, featuring an expansive inner display alongside a 5.4-inch outer screen. Pre-orders begin October 16 with full availability on October 23.
“When open, it’s the thinnest iPhone with the largest display ever — 50 percent larger than iPhone 18 Pro Max .”
Poses for every perspective
Five distinct orientations let you adapt to any task. Use Landscape for Split View multitasking, Seated to watch shows on a desk, or Standing for hands-free video calls and StandBy clock views.
“Through reimagined iOS experiences, it offers unparalleled versatility in all-new poses and orientations.”
Built with Grade 5 titanium
Designed for durability, the Duo features a Grade 5 titanium frame and hinge cover. Scratch-resistant inner display coatings, Ceramic Shield glass, and an IP68 rating keep it protected against dust and water.
“The hinge mechanism is designed to open and close with smooth, balanced resistance for long-lasting reliability.”
A seamless 7.6-inch canvas
The inner Super Retina XDR display uses ten ultrathin layers and a custom nano-texture finish to reduce glare. An under-display FaceTime camera stays hidden until needed, creating an uninterrupted viewing surface.
“The result is an uninterrupted viewing surface that’s remarkably smooth and flat.”
Reimagined iOS 27 experience
Transitioning between displays is instantaneous. Run two apps side by side, pin video playback while browsing, or set up StandBy widgets even when the device is not actively charging.
“Angle iPhone Duo for the perfect view of movies and shows. Stand it up and take hands-free videos and calls.”
Dual 48MP camera system
A 48MP Main camera and 48MP Ultra Wide camera capture ultra-high-resolution photos with 2x optical-quality zoom. Smart Take automatically snaps photos when everyone in the frame is ready.
“iPhone Duo gives the camera system you love delightful new features.”
Smart dual-screen photo tools
Duo Preview uses the outer screen so subjects can see their framing in real time. Kid Cue plays playful animations on the exterior display to keep children looking directly at the camera lens.
“Getting kids to look at the camera just got a lot easier. Playful animations on the outer display naturally draw their eyes to the lens.”
Creative photo and video editing
Record in 4K at 120 fps or capture Cinematic mode video with adjustable depth of field. On-device Apple Intelligence enables Spatial Reframing, background extending, and object removal via Clean Up.
“Reframe a photo after it’s been taken with Spatial Reframing. Expand your shots with the Extend tool.”
Vapor-cooled A20 Pro chip
Built for heavy AI processing and gaming, the A20 Pro features a Dual 16-core Neural Engine and a 7-core GPU. An internal vapor chamber manages thermals under sustained high-performance workloads.
“The A20 Pro chip with the Dual 16‑core Neural Engine is purpose‑built to handle intensive AI workloads.”
All-day power and dual batteries
An innovative dual-battery architecture delivers up to 31 hours of inner display video playback and 44 hours on the outer screen. Fast wired charging reaches 50 percent capacity in roughly 20 minutes.
“An iPhone-first dual-battery system , along with an internal space-saving eSIM design 6 , maximizes physical space for battery capacity.”
Deeply personal Siri AI
Siri AI acts as a conversational assistant capable of answering complex questions, surfacing files using personal context, and executing cross-app actions across Messages, Mail, and Reminders.
“A dedicated app brings together all your conversations in one place, so you can ask a question on your iPhone and pick up where you left off on your iPad.”
Next-level Apple Intelligence
Beyond voice assistance, Apple Intelligence powers Image Playground graphic generation, automated Safari tab grouping, descriptive task automations in Shortcuts, and proactive Call Context hints.
“Create unique, high-quality images in just about any style, including photorealistic.”
Satellite safety net built in
Stay connected off the grid with Messages, Roadside Assistance, and Emergency SOS via satellite. Hardware motion sensors and algorithms also provide automatic Crash Detection.
“If you try calling 911 but don’t have cell service or Wi-Fi, you can use iPhone to text emergency services over satellite.”
Side Touch ID and Apple Pencil
Authentication is handled by Touch ID integrated directly into the side power button. Later this year, iPhone Duo will also support input via Apple Pencil (USB-C).
“This gives you an easy, secure, and consistent way to authenticate iPhone Duo, whether it’s closed or open.”
Environmentally conscious design
iPhone Duo is made with 35% recycled material by weight, including 85% recycled titanium in its enclosure. It ships in 100% fiber-based packaging aligned with Apple's 2030 net-zero goal.
“We’re committed to bringing net emissions to zero across our entire carbon footprint by 2030.”
Flexible buying and trade-in options
Available in storage capacities from 256GB to 2TB, the Duo offers 24- or 36-month Apple Upgrade leases, trade-in credits for Android or old iPhones, and interest-free Apple Card installments.
“With Apple Trade In, you can get credit toward a new iPhone when you trade in your Android phone.”
How Duo compares to Pro
While both share the A20 Pro chip, iPhone Duo focuses on foldable multitasking and dual-screen camera tricks. iPhone 18 Pro offers a variable aperture main camera and an 8x optical-quality telephoto lens.
“iPhone Duo is the first foldable iPhone. When open, it has the largest iPhone display ever — 50% larger than iPhone 18 Pro Max.”
At a glance
The iPhone Duo combines a foldable 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR screen with custom iOS poses, A20 Pro silicon, and dual-screen camera tricks in a durable titanium body.
