Apple’s first foldable iPhone may be expensive, but that doesn’t seem to have dampened consumer interest. The iPhone Duo’s reported early success has apparently caught Apple by surprise, prompting the company to increase orders to meet demand.
According to DigiTimes, the iPhone Duo received stronger-than-expected pre-orders in some major markets. The news has also raised hopes among display and component suppliers that the device’s popularity could encourage greater investment in foldable technology.
Supply chain sources reportedly shared with DigiTimes that Foxconn and other component manufacturers had received 44% more orders from Apple. If accurate, the increase suggests Apple is preparing to build more units than it initially planned.
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