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iPhone Duo battery is bigger than Samsung and Google foldables
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- The Apple iPhone Duo is thicker (11.3mm) and heavier (254g) than most Android foldables but utilizes the extra space to house a larger battery than its main competitors.
- The iPhone Duo features a 4,883 mAh battery, surpassing the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (4,854 mAh), Galaxy Z Fold 8 (4,660 mAh), and Pixel 11 Pro Fold (4,658 mAh).
- Despite not being a huge battery by foldable standards, the iPhone Duo's larger battery, combined with Apple's ecosystem advantages, strengthens its appeal against Samsung and Google foldables in the US market.
- Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo are significantly delayed, extending well into 2027, indicating strong demand or supply challenges.
- Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold 8's popularity has increased due to competition from the iPhone Duo, highlighting the growing impact of foldable devices in the smartphone market.
