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iPhone Duo
DeveloperApple
TypeFoldable smartphone
Series
iPhone
First released
October 23, 2026; 43 days' time (2026-10-23)
Availability by region
October 23, 2026; 43 days' time (2026-10-23)
RelatediPhone 18 Pro
2G GSM/EDGE, 3G UMTS/HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G NR
Foldable (book-style)
Colors
  •   Night Sky
  •   Star White
iOS 27.1 on launch
Apple A20 Pro
CPU6-core CPU (2 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores)
GPU7 - Core GPU
ModemC2 cellular modem
Memory12 GB RAM
Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
Battery5,400 mAh dual battery
Rear camera48 MP Fusion Main camera; 48 MP Fusion Ultra Wide; 2x optical-quality telephoto; 4K 120 fps video; 4K Dolby Vision HDR
Front camera12MP Center Stage front camera, under-display camera
DisplayFoldable 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR inner display, nano-texture finish; 5.4-inch outer display
SoundStereo speakers
ConnectivityWi-Fi 7 tri-band, Bluetooth 6.0 (A2DP, LE), Ultra-wideband, Thread, NFC (reader mode, Express Cards), LEO satellite (Globalstar, limited), USB-C: USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbit/s, Dual-frequency GPS (L1, L5)
Data inputsFingerprint (side-mounted)
Accelerometer
Gyro
Proximity
Compass
Barometer
References[1]

The iPhone Duo is a foldable smartphone developed and marketed by Apple Inc. It is the first iPhone to feature a foldable design and has the largest display in the iPhone lineup. It was announced on September 9, 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and is scheduled to become available on October 23, 2026.[2][3]

History

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Development

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In November 2016, Apple Inc. received patents for iPhones that could fold in a book[4] and a clamshell shape.[5] In October 2017, The Bell reported that Apple was working on a foldable display with LG Display with production expected to begin in 2020;[6] Bank of America corroborated that report in March 2018.[7]

In December 2024, Analyst Ross Young reported that Apple would debut a foldable iPhone, in the second half of 2026. Early rumors of the foldable iPhone suggested that the foldable iPhone could be between 7.9 and 8.3 inches in size with a clamshell design (similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip).[8][9] Early planning for the foldable iPhone was reported, and the phone would be eSIM-only, similar to Apple's upcoming iPhone Air, which was in development at the time.[10] In February 2025, the company started reporting on ultra-thin glass, display sizes, and details about its display crease.[11][12] Apple was also working to eliminate the crease for the foldable iPhone. Samsung was also reported to be the supplier of the OLED Display for the foldable iPhone, and Apple was focusing on developing its first foldable iPhone for release in 2026.[13][14] By March, early reports now suggesting a book-style design with a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer display.[15][16] Soon after, first signs of the foldable iPhone's existence were surfaced in the NPI phase at Foxconn.[17][18]

The phone was initially presumed to be called the “iPhone Fold” because of its OLED folding display. Reports in April 2026 suggested that it would instead be named the “iPhone Ultra.”.[19][20]

In July 2026, references to the foldable iPhone were revealed in the beta release of iOS 27.[21][22][23]

Production

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Early reports of production began to surface in June 2026, with components being supplied with the manufacturing of the OLED displays for the foldable iPhone.[24][25] Production of the foldable iPhone began to surface in July 2026, where Apple would need to ramp foldable iPhone production to 10 million foldable iPhones ahead of its unveiling.[26][27] Mass production of the foldable iPhone had started,[28][29] along with vapor chamber production soon after,[30][31] suggesting that Apple would shortly release a phone with an OLED folding display, an A20 chip, an Apple C2 modem, and a Touch ID power button.[28][29] Multiple reports suggested that the foldable iPhone would suffer production hurdles for final mass-production adjustments.[32][33] In September 2026, reports confirm that the foldable iPhone production is ramping up slowly with only a few hundred units a day by late-August.[34][35]

Unveiling and release

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On August 26, 2026, Apple announced an event for September 9 with the tagline "Surprise and shine," set for September 9, 2026, sparking speculation about the anticipated foldable iPhone.[36]

The iPhone Duo was revealed at the event September 9, 2026.[2][3]

Design

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The iPhone Duo comes in two colors, Night Sky and Star White:

Model iPhone Duo
Base colors
  • Star White
  • Night Sky

The iPhone Duo features a titanium frame and a foldable display system. When closed, the device can be used through its external display as a conventional smartphone. When opened, the internal display provides a larger display, similar to an iPad Mini.

The foldable uses Ceramic Shield 2 protection on the front of the display and Ceramic Shield on back of the device and has an IP68 rating for resistance to dust and water.

The foldable design allows the device to be used in different positions, with iOS automatically adapting the interface depending on whether the device is fully open, partially folded, or closed.

Specifications

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Chipset

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The iPhone Duo uses the Apple A20 Pro system-on-chip.[2][3] The chip is manufactured using a 2 nm process and is paired with a vapor-chamber cooling system. Apple designed the A20 Pro to provide increased performance and efficiency for graphics processing, artificial intelligence, and other workloads.[37][38]

Both displays supports a ProMotion display and has an outdoor peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. The inner display also incorporates a camera beneath the display for FaceTime.[39]

Display

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The Duo design features a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch to 7.8-inch inner display when unfolded.[2][3] The device uses a book-style folding design, with the inner display providing a larger viewing area when the device is opened. Apple designed the two displays with a consistent aspect ratio so that content can transition between the folded and unfolded configurations.[40][41]

Camera

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Videos are captured in 4K at 120fps. An under screen camera in the internal display was also developed for FaceTime video calls, allowing for multi camera use during calls.[2][3]

Connectivity

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The iPhone Duo uses Apple's C2 cellular modem. The device also includes Apple's N1 wireless networking chip, which supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread.[42][43]

Battery

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The iPhone Duo uses a dual-battery system designed around its folding form factor. Apple states that the device provides up to 24 hours of battery life with mixed use of the two displays. The battery can charge to 50 percent in approximately 20 minutes using a compatible fast charger.[44][45]

Software

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The IPhone Duo will be shipped with IOS 27.1.[46]

Multitasking

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Accessories

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The iPhone Duo is the first iPhone to enable support for Apple Pencil USB-C.[citation needed]

Reception

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Release

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The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 for the 256 GB model, with the higher-capacity 2 TB starting at $3,199. It is set to be released on October 23, 2026.

Availability by region

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See also

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Notes

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References

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  1. ↑ "Apple iPhone Duo - Full phone specifications". www.gsmarena.com. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 Al-Heeti, Abrar (September 9, 2026). "Apple Debuts the iPhone Duo, Its First Foldable Phone". CNET. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 Charlton, Hartley (September 9, 2026). "Apple Announces Foldable 'iPhone Duo'". MacRumors. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  4. ↑ Mastroianni, Brian (November 2, 2016). "Apple receives patent for foldable devices". CBS News. Retrieved September 8, 2026.
  5. ↑ Campbell, Mikey (November 22, 2016). "Apple patents foldable iPhone with flexible display that can clip onto clothing". Apple Insider. Retrieved September 8, 2026.
  6. ↑ "Apple teams up with LG Display for foldable iPhone". The Investor. October 11, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  7. ↑ Liao, Shannon (March 23, 2018). "Apple may be making a foldable iPhone within the next two years". The Verge. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  8. ↑ Clover, Juli (December 2, 2024). "Apple's 2026 Foldable iPhone Could Reinvigorate Stalling Market". MacRumors. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
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  10. ↑ Charlton, Hartley (January 10, 2025). "Kuo: Foldable iPhone Remains in Planning Stage [Updated]". MacRumors. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  11. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (February 12, 2025). "Apple Taps Ultra-Thin Glass Suppliers for First Foldable Device". MacRumors. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  12. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (February 21, 2025). "Alleged Display Sizes Leaked for Apple's Book-Style Foldable iPhone". MacRumors. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  13. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (February 25, 2025). "Apple's 2026 Foldable iPhone Has No Visible Display Crease – Report". MacRumors. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
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  15. ↑ Slivka, Eric (March 5, 2025). "Kuo: Apple's First Foldable iPhone to Feature Book-Style Design, Sell for Over $2,000". MacRumors. Retrieved September 7, 2026.
  16. ↑ Christoffel, Ryan (March 6, 2025). "iPhone 'Fold' suddenly makes a lot more sense after this new reveal". 9to5Mac. Retrieved September 7, 2026.
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  21. ↑ Christoffel, Ryan (July 20, 2026). "iOS 27 beta 4 mentions new iPhone model with multi-battery feature". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on July 21, 2026. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  22. ↑ Esposito, Filipe (July 20, 2026). "iOS 27 beta code reveals Apple is preparing a dual-battery iPhone". Macworld. Archived from the original on July 20, 2026. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
  23. ↑ Rossignol, Joe (July 21, 2026). "iOS 27 Hints at New Dual-Battery iPhone". MacRumors. Retrieved July 26, 2026.
  24. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (June 22, 2026). "Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Still on Track for September Debut". MacRumors. Archived from the original on June 22, 2026. Retrieved June 22, 2026.
  25. ↑ Lovejoy, Ben (June 22, 2026). "Suppliers expect iPhone Ultra to launch in September". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on June 22, 2026. Retrieved June 22, 2026.
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  27. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (July 2, 2026). "Apple Ramps Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Production to 10 Million Units". MacRumors. Archived from the original on July 2, 2026. Retrieved July 2, 2026.
  28. 1 2 Hardwick, Tim (July 8, 2026). "iPhone Ultra Reportedly in Mass Production, No Delay Envisaged". MacRumors. Archived from the original on July 8, 2026. Retrieved July 9, 2026.
  29. 1 2 Lovejoy, Ben (July 8, 2026). "No delay to iPhone Ultra, says supply-chain report". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on July 8, 2026. Retrieved July 9, 2026.
  30. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (July 16, 2026). "Apple Reportedly Ramps Up Vapor Chamber Orders for Foldable iPhone". MacRumors. Archived from the original on July 16, 2026. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  31. ↑ Mendes, Marcus (July 16, 2026). "Apple increases vapor chamber orders ahead of foldable iPhone launch". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on July 17, 2026. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  32. ↑ Charlton, Hartley (July 23, 2026). "Foldable iPhone Still Faces Production Hurdles, Report Says". MacRumors. Archived from the original on July 23, 2026. Retrieved July 26, 2026.
  33. ↑ Lovejoy, Ben (July 23, 2026). "iPhone Ultra timing remains unclear as 'final production adjustments' made". 9to5Mac. Retrieved July 26, 2026.
  34. ↑ Hardwick, Tim (September 4, 2026). "iPhone Ultra Production Hitting Just 'a Few Hundred' a Day, Says Nikkei". MacRumors. Retrieved September 4, 2026.
  35. ↑ Miller, Chance (September 4, 2026). "Apple making just a few hundred iPhone Ultras per day, per report". 9to5Mac. Retrieved September 4, 2026.
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  38. ↑ "Foldable iPhone, pricier 18 Pro unveiled in Apple's first event under Ternus". Reuters. September 9, 2026. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
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  41. ↑ "Apple joins foldable phone race with $1,999 passport-shaped iPhone Duo". Reuters. September 9, 2026. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
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  44. ↑ "Apple unveils iPhone Duo". Apple Newsroom. September 9, 2026. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
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