iPhone Duo Review: Waiting to Refine Foldables Was the Right Move

Key Points:

• Apple’s iPhone Duo is the company’s first foldable phone, featuring a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch nearly crease-less inner screen, priced starting at $1,999, making it the most expensive iPhone ever.
• The device is heavier than most competitors due to its premium titanium frame, multi-angle hinge, and reinforced glass, but offers a luxurious feel and strong durability, including IP68 water and dust resistance.
• iOS 27 is optimized for the foldable design with intuitive multitasking using Split View for two apps side by side, special app adaptations, and support for Apple Pencil USB-C, though some software features like the Camera Control button and under-display camera have limitations.
• The iPhone Duo’s cameras include two rear lenses (main and ultrawide) and a front-facing camera, delivering good but not pro-grade image quality; it lacks a telephoto lens and the under-display camera quality is low, primarily suited for video calls.
• The iPhone Duo represents a significant evolution in Apple’s phone design, sparking renewed excitement in foldables despite its high price, with strong performance, good battery life, and a user experience that may appeal to those seeking innovative hardware and software integration.