{"id":83972,"date":"2026-09-11T05:07:01","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T21:07:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=83972"},"modified":"2026-09-11T05:07:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T21:07:01","slug":"apple-iphone-duo-hands-on-the-want-is-strong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=83972","title":{"rendered":"Apple iPhone Duo hands-on: The want is strong"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Apple unveiling a foldable iPhone in September this year was probably the worst-kept secret of 2026. For the past few months, the rumour mill has been buzzing with news that Apple would finally unveil the first-ever foldable iPhone, and it\u2019s finally here.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">It\u2019s called the <b>iPhone Duo<\/b> and its specs are in line with expectations. It has a <b>5.4-inch outer screen<\/b>, and it unfolds to reveal a <b>7.6-inch main display<\/b>. Both displays are, as you\u2019d expect from a flagship Apple device, beautiful to behold.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"_base_1pos7_1 _tiktok_1pos7_32\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7683616978719870228?lang=en\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.5625\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"iPhone Duo outer display\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/5854b080e658a053e7610b21adf38df4f1ff25e410752ff0e4c9d2a4b5551565?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/5854b080e658a053e7610b21adf38df4f1ff25e410752ff0e4c9d2a4b5551565?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/5854b080e658a053e7610b21adf38df4f1ff25e410752ff0e4c9d2a4b5551565?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/5854b080e658a053e7610b21adf38df4f1ff25e410752ff0e4c9d2a4b5551565?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/5854b080e658a053e7610b21adf38df4f1ff25e410752ff0e4c9d2a4b5551565?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.8365472910927456;contain-intrinsic-size:2000px 1089px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">The outer display is 5.4 inches or roughly 90% the size of the iPhone 18 Pro.<\/p>\n<p>Photo: HWZ<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">More crucially, what these numbers mean is that its form factor is highly portable and easily manageable in the hands. It also means that, physically, it\u2019s very comparable to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8. Indeed, I\u2019ve been living with a Galaxy Z Fold8 for the past week in anticipation of the iPhone Duo, and I can confirm that the two feel quite similar in the hands. The key difference, however, is that the Fold8 feels lighter and slimmer, while the Duo feels chunkier and more substantial.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Apple is also keen to point out that <b>both the outer and main display share the same aspect ratio<\/b>, so content should scale and render appropriately. Unsurprisingly, in my short time with the phone, trying only the native Apple apps, everything looks as it should. One-handed operation of the cover screen is doable, though the aspect ratio of the cover screen makes the display more squarish than we are used to from iPhones. I also like that the outer display is curved on one side to make it easy to see which side to open the Duo from.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"iPhone Duo main display\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/79165eed5cf512ac4e5476920b1dffcd9b3801cba5a381e859d4b48dd7f21038?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/79165eed5cf512ac4e5476920b1dffcd9b3801cba5a381e859d4b48dd7f21038?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/79165eed5cf512ac4e5476920b1dffcd9b3801cba5a381e859d4b48dd7f21038?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/79165eed5cf512ac4e5476920b1dffcd9b3801cba5a381e859d4b48dd7f21038?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/79165eed5cf512ac4e5476920b1dffcd9b3801cba5a381e859d4b48dd7f21038?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7985611510791366;contain-intrinsic-size:2000px 1112px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Can you see the crease?<\/p>\n<p>Photo: HWZ<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"iPhone Duo thickness\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1076\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/961097b148e54855102cf370bacf52541b8c385dbd121201a5e873c9158b6984?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/961097b148e54855102cf370bacf52541b8c385dbd121201a5e873c9158b6984?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/961097b148e54855102cf370bacf52541b8c385dbd121201a5e873c9158b6984?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/961097b148e54855102cf370bacf52541b8c385dbd121201a5e873c9158b6984?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/961097b148e54855102cf370bacf52541b8c385dbd121201a5e873c9158b6984?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.858736059479554;contain-intrinsic-size:2000px 1076px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Closed, the iPhone Duo has a thickness of 11.3mm. When it\u2019s unfolded, it\u2019s 5.2mm thick.<\/p>\n<p>Photo: HWZ<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Apple has introduced a couple of nifty features and tricks to take advantage of the new folding display. For example, the Duo goes into Standby mode when you position it like a tent. I also saw a demo where one half of the main display was showing a video and the bottom was showing playback controls. Beyond that, the iPhone Duo also has a neat transition effect when you fold and unfold it, where one display slowly goes to sleep, and the other wakes up.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">You have to look very hard to notice the crease. You can feel it if you run your fingers across the display, but it\u2019s barely visible, even at angles. One reason for that is the phone\u2019s complex hinge. The other reason is that the main display has a <b>special nano-texture coating<\/b>, which reduces glare and reflections. And in case you were wondering, no, it doesn\u2019t need to be cleaned with a special polishing cloth. Phew.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"_base_1pos7_1 _tiktok_1pos7_32\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7683611086989364500?lang=en\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.5625\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"iPhone Duo cameras\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/55ec3d84fbf6503d22643bae95394002aed0d10181628acd21dc69c8fe95f7aa?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/55ec3d84fbf6503d22643bae95394002aed0d10181628acd21dc69c8fe95f7aa?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/55ec3d84fbf6503d22643bae95394002aed0d10181628acd21dc69c8fe95f7aa?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/55ec3d84fbf6503d22643bae95394002aed0d10181628acd21dc69c8fe95f7aa?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/55ec3d84fbf6503d22643bae95394002aed0d10181628acd21dc69c8fe95f7aa?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7559262510974538;contain-intrinsic-size:2000px 1139px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">The iPhone Duo has two cameras. The main camera appears to be the same as the iPhone Air, while the ultrawide camera is the same as the iPhone 18 Pro.<\/p>\n<p>Photo: HWZ<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Based on my first impressions, the vibes are positive, and the want is very strong. <b>Yes, it\u2019s very pricey, but it also feels like a polished and durable product<\/b>. The second bit is important because foldables are usually more fragile than traditional candybar-type phones, but the Duo feels extremely well put together and has an IP68 dust and water resistance rating \u2013 the same as the iPhone 18 Pro. Also, it seems that Apple has put a lot of thought into its software and I look forward to trying out the new ways to multitask and shoot with it. I can\u2019t wait to spend more time with it. As always, stay tuned right here for my review.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"availability-and-pricing\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">Availability and pricing<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"iPhone Duo in Star White\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/aca214da01b47e19221e65556de63daaf4385716c79fe4a5b16b384d5ac5b325?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/aca214da01b47e19221e65556de63daaf4385716c79fe4a5b16b384d5ac5b325?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/aca214da01b47e19221e65556de63daaf4385716c79fe4a5b16b384d5ac5b325?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/aca214da01b47e19221e65556de63daaf4385716c79fe4a5b16b384d5ac5b325?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/aca214da01b47e19221e65556de63daaf4385716c79fe4a5b16b384d5ac5b325?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7683465959328029;contain-intrinsic-size:2000px 1131px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">The iPhone Duo in Star White. It also comes in Night Sky as pictured above.<\/p>\n<p>Photo: HWZ<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Sadly, the iPhone Duo will only be available to pre-order starting 16 October. It will be available in stores starting 23 October. Prices start at <b>S$3,099<\/b>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableOverflow_ag6jz_1\">\n<table class=\"_tableStyles_ag6jz_5\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"_tableHeadRow_ag6jz_18\">\n<th class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9 _fontBold_ag6jz_14\">Storage<\/th>\n<th class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9 _fontBold_ag6jz_14\">Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">256GB<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">S$3,099<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">512GB<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">S$3,399<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">1TB<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">S$3,999<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">2TB<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">S$4,899<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<center><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hardwarezone.com.sg\/mobile\/apple-iphone-duo-hands-on-first-impressions-launch-price\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article At Source <\/a><br \/>\n<center\/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apple unveiling a foldable iPhone in September this year was probably the worst-kept secret of 2026. 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