Apple Unveils iPhone Duo, Its First Foldable, at $1,999
Apple says the foldable uses a book-style hinge, two OLED screens and Touch ID, and will start preorders Oct. 16.
- On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, Apple CEO John Ternus unveiled the company's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, at the "Surprise and Shine" keynote in Cupertino, California.
- The iPhone Duo opens like a book to a 7.6-inch inner Super Retina XDR display while maintaining a compact 5.4-inch outer screen, powered by the A20 Pro chip built on 2-nanometer process.
- Apple set the U.S. base price at $1,999 for the 256GB model, with preorders beginning October 16 and retail availability starting October 23 in Star White and Night Sky finishes.
- Entering the foldable market, Apple now competes directly with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, challenging the South Korean manufacturer's long-held dominance in the category.
- The Duo integrates iOS 27 and Apple's new Siri AI, with the company emphasizing on-device processing for privacy while positioning the device as a productivity tool when features roll out September 14.
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iPhone Duo to launch in Netherlands at nearly €2,350
Apple unveiled its latest iPhone on Wednesday. The iPhone 18 Duo is the tech giant’s first foldable phone and comes at a hefty price tag. The basic version will launch in the Netherlands at around €2,350.Apple introduced the iPhone Duo at a launch event in the company’s headquarters in California. The cheapest version will cost $1,999, excluding sales taxes, which vary by state, county, and city.
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