From The Verge · Richard Lawler · · 1 min
Apple’s $2,000 Foldable 'iPhone Duo' Details Emerge
Leaks reveal the pricing, features, and surprising name for Apple's long-awaited entry into the foldable smartphone market.
In brief
Leaks reveal the pricing, features, and surprising name for Apple's long-awaited entry into the foldable smartphone market. Apple’s first foldable phone, reportedly called the iPhone Duo, bridges iPhone and iPad functionality starting at a premium $2,000 price point. Originally reported by The Verge.
Meet the iPhone Duo
Bloomberg reports that Apple's long-rumored foldable phone will carry the name iPhone Duo, recycling a title previously used by Microsoft and Google.
“Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman says the name of the company’s long-rumored folding phone is the iPhone Duo.”
A steep $2,000 price tag
The entry-level 256GB model will reportedly start at $2,000 and begin shipping in October in two colors: white and dark blue.
“...a price starting at $2,000 for a model with 256GB of storage, shipping starting as soon as October in two colors: white and dark blue.”
Positioned between foldable rivals
The $2,000 price point puts it above base foldables like the Google Pixel Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, but under Samsung's Ultra model.
Built for iPad-style productivity
The device is expected to run side-by-side iPhone apps, support iPad-like multitasking workflows, and work with the Apple Pencil.
“...expected to be able to run side-by-side iPhone apps, handle iPad-like multitasking, and support using the Apple Pencil as a stylus.”
A major milestone for Apple
This launch represents Apple's official response to competitors in the folding screen market under CEO John Ternus.
The short version
Apple’s first foldable phone, reportedly called the iPhone Duo, bridges iPhone and iPad functionality starting at a premium $2,000 price point.
