{"id":84228,"date":"2026-09-12T03:26:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T19:26:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=84228"},"modified":"2026-09-12T03:26:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T19:26:53","slug":"apples-new-ceo-presents-its-first-ever-foldable-the-iphone-duo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=84228","title":{"rendered":"Apple\u2019s new CEO presents its first-ever foldable, the iPhone Duo"},"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\"><b>Apple<\/b> has finally announced its first-ever foldable smartphone. All hail the <b>iPhone Duo<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">This keynote segment was so important that it was led by Apple\u2019s newly minted CEO, John Ternus, who took over the reins after a 15-year run by its previous CEO, Tim Cook.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The iPhone Duo is Apple\u2019s <b>passport-shaped, wide-style foldable<\/b> that\u2019s akin to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8. Much of the keynote focused on Apple explaining the software changes needed to make its first-ever foldable phone work well, followed by a rapid-fire showcase of hardware innovations that addressed common foldable pain points.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"_base_1pos7_1 _tiktok_1pos7_32\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7683616978719870228\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.5625\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-iphone-duo-s-changes-to-work-with-ios-27\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">The iPhone Duo\u2019s changes to work with iOS 27<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">To accommodate the new form factor, Apple <b>redesigned its iOS 27 layout<\/b> to ensure that controls are moved nearer to your thumb (on the side). Traditionally, the operating system has these controls along the bottom to accommodate the standard bar-type shape.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/65313cc89dee6cf80715e97e19a4d43fa17b78570d13129bd8ce55ad177da20c?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/65313cc89dee6cf80715e97e19a4d43fa17b78570d13129bd8ce55ad177da20c?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/65313cc89dee6cf80715e97e19a4d43fa17b78570d13129bd8ce55ad177da20c?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/65313cc89dee6cf80715e97e19a4d43fa17b78570d13129bd8ce55ad177da20c?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/65313cc89dee6cf80715e97e19a4d43fa17b78570d13129bd8ce55ad177da20c?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7790956263899185;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1349px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">iOS 27 redesigned for iPhone Duo.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">For instance, the Home Screen\u2019s dock is now arranged vertically, and other status icons are condensed into a single symbol in the corner of the display. This stays consistent on both displays.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/adaaf24abf52663c0c44eac0a83f1d7ca46306cbdb09f991eee4a5f4cb7f8c2c?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/adaaf24abf52663c0c44eac0a83f1d7ca46306cbdb09f991eee4a5f4cb7f8c2c?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/adaaf24abf52663c0c44eac0a83f1d7ca46306cbdb09f991eee4a5f4cb7f8c2c?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/adaaf24abf52663c0c44eac0a83f1d7ca46306cbdb09f991eee4a5f4cb7f8c2c?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/adaaf24abf52663c0c44eac0a83f1d7ca46306cbdb09f991eee4a5f4cb7f8c2c?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7790956263899185;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1349px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">iPhone Duo supports multiple orientiations with its OS conforming to your use.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">In daily use, Apple also ensured that the software can follow various modes or user styles of the iPhone Duo. Both the Home Screen and individual apps get an expanded view. Its built-in sensors also allows the foldable to support viewing in tent mode (inverted V), while half-open, and hands-free.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/4822d0f87eb592aa8f6730c87a11463f2db2411cb71b65100d5789fd6bc1df0c?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/4822d0f87eb592aa8f6730c87a11463f2db2411cb71b65100d5789fd6bc1df0c?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/4822d0f87eb592aa8f6730c87a11463f2db2411cb71b65100d5789fd6bc1df0c?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/4822d0f87eb592aa8f6730c87a11463f2db2411cb71b65100d5789fd6bc1df0c?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/4822d0f87eb592aa8f6730c87a11463f2db2411cb71b65100d5789fd6bc1df0c?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.776461880088823;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1351px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Split View Multitasking on iPhone Duo.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Its productivity feature is called <b>Split View Multitasking<\/b>, which supports two side-by-side apps on the main display. Additionally, the iPhone Duo can \u201cpair\u201d multitasked apps, so that users can swipe away or summon back two side-by-side apps at once. When in portrait orientation, the larger 7.6-inch screen also allow the pinning of videos above your active app.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3804c799365a11fcb23bbaee0ded3347f66b483fe7053d795aea44161a157dc9?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3804c799365a11fcb23bbaee0ded3347f66b483fe7053d795aea44161a157dc9?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3804c799365a11fcb23bbaee0ded3347f66b483fe7053d795aea44161a157dc9?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3804c799365a11fcb23bbaee0ded3347f66b483fe7053d795aea44161a157dc9?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3804c799365a11fcb23bbaee0ded3347f66b483fe7053d795aea44161a157dc9?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1350px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">StandBy mode on iPhone Duo.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Users who liked Apple\u2019s StandBy (an idling display with information) would like it even more with iPhone Duo\u2019s version of the same feature. When placed in a tented style, an idle iPhone Duo triggers StandBy even without charging. Even its Bedside Clock feature has an added glow coming from the inner display while the outer panel holds the clock face and alarm.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"apple-s-hinge-crease-and-hardware-innovations-on-iphone-duo\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">Apple\u2019s hinge, crease, and hardware innovations on iPhone Duo<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">While it\u2019s not mentioned on-stage, Apple\u2019s listed specifications put the iPhone Duo at <b>254g<\/b> and\u00a0<b>11.3mm\u00a0<\/b>thick when folded. It weighs about the same as most larger foldables but is slightly thicker than modern foldables, which are coming in at 8 to 10 mm.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/c5dbf9a2c2cfdf6db484da19eaf47919f827f49b458bc0cc29df4ab7e2869560?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/c5dbf9a2c2cfdf6db484da19eaf47919f827f49b458bc0cc29df4ab7e2869560?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/c5dbf9a2c2cfdf6db484da19eaf47919f827f49b458bc0cc29df4ab7e2869560?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/c5dbf9a2c2cfdf6db484da19eaf47919f827f49b458bc0cc29df4ab7e2869560?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/c5dbf9a2c2cfdf6db484da19eaf47919f827f49b458bc0cc29df4ab7e2869560?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7790956263899185;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1349px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">The crease-reduced display layers on iPhone Duo.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">According to Apple, its\u00a0<b>5.4-inch<\/b>\u00a0outer and\u00a0<b>7.6-inch<\/b>\u00a0Super Retina inner displays share the same 1.4:1 aspect ratio. That works out to 7:5, a standardised photo print ratio, even if it\u2019s not a common choice for streamed video content. A quick peek at the specs tells us both OLED displays have a<b> 120Hz<\/b> refresh rate, <b>HDR<\/b> support, and <b>3,000-nits <\/b>peak outdoor brightness.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Both displays will also receive <b>Apple Pencil (USB-C) compatibility<\/b>, which will be added later in the year.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">A key innovation is Apple\u2019s <b>nano-texture finish<\/b> for the inner display, which has multiple jobs: it reduces glare commonly associated with plasticky folding inner screens and gives a flat, matte feel to the sight and touch.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/0466290b20af6c7f86fbc484ea774eeb2101592f226c184bb9e5c6137c40123a?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/0466290b20af6c7f86fbc484ea774eeb2101592f226c184bb9e5c6137c40123a?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/0466290b20af6c7f86fbc484ea774eeb2101592f226c184bb9e5c6137c40123a?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/0466290b20af6c7f86fbc484ea774eeb2101592f226c184bb9e5c6137c40123a?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/0466290b20af6c7f86fbc484ea774eeb2101592f226c184bb9e5c6137c40123a?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.776461880088823;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1351px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">iPhone Duo\u2019s Home Screen on inner display.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Apple said it achieved this with <b>maskless laser lithography<\/b>, a pixel-sized microfabrication technique. Multi-layer display lamination, which uses glass above and below the OLED display panel, adds to the flat feel. To add extra smoothness to each display module layer, it uses viscoelastic adhesives that let layers glide during folding and unfolding. The bottommost layer is a <b>titanium plate<\/b>, which is reminiscent of Samsung\u2019s Flex Titanium found in its most recent foldables.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/b3ff51e6d765ae1083efcbf62bc0dcc1aa31e1e6a334bfb8ca8fdd1ec197f73b?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/b3ff51e6d765ae1083efcbf62bc0dcc1aa31e1e6a334bfb8ca8fdd1ec197f73b?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/b3ff51e6d765ae1083efcbf62bc0dcc1aa31e1e6a334bfb8ca8fdd1ec197f73b?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/b3ff51e6d765ae1083efcbf62bc0dcc1aa31e1e6a334bfb8ca8fdd1ec197f73b?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/b3ff51e6d765ae1083efcbf62bc0dcc1aa31e1e6a334bfb8ca8fdd1ec197f73b?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1350px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">The iPhone Duo\u2019s hinge and Apple A20 Pro processor.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Inside, the iPhone Duo is powered by the same Apple Silicon\u2019s <b>A20 Pro <\/b>chipset\u00a0found in the iPhone 18 Pro series models that launched alongside the foldable. Apple said the chipset\u2019s added perks enable simultaneous dual-display support and the pixel layout that \u201chides\u201d the 7.6-inch panel\u2019s under-display camera.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Together with the performance leaps in the new chipset, Apple said iPhone Duo delivers <b>35% higher sustained performance<\/b> than the iPhone 17 Pro.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">To meet the design\u2019s connectivity and power demands, the phone also packs a new<b> C2 <\/b>modem that delivers 50% faster uploads and quicker reconnections in low-coverage areas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">One compromise is that <b>the iPhone Duo is an eSIM-only model, globall<\/b>y. This lets the foldable fit more battery and room for the innovations it needs. Apple said the phone can offer up to 31 hours and 44 hours of offline video playback on the inner and outer display, respectively.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Camera-wise, iPhone Duo uses a dual rear configuration.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/6088c45166a5ba1ca29f2e93287b7c13fccab0de6854860c8f822ac356ffdcc6?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/6088c45166a5ba1ca29f2e93287b7c13fccab0de6854860c8f822ac356ffdcc6?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/6088c45166a5ba1ca29f2e93287b7c13fccab0de6854860c8f822ac356ffdcc6?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/6088c45166a5ba1ca29f2e93287b7c13fccab0de6854860c8f822ac356ffdcc6?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/6088c45166a5ba1ca29f2e93287b7c13fccab0de6854860c8f822ac356ffdcc6?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1350px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">iPhone Duo\u2019s main camera.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The <b>48MP Fusion Main Camera<\/b> features zero shutter lag, 2x optical-quality zoom, and sensor-shift stabilisation. For videos, it can handle 4K120FPS recordings and 4K Dolby Vision HDR timelapses.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The <b>48MP Fusion ultrawide camera<\/b> is the same one found on the iPhone 18 Pro, according to Apple.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/7343dc7875f9bfdcb529f90b0091f63547e9d6c5651f7a18a11c305c178b5357?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/7343dc7875f9bfdcb529f90b0091f63547e9d6c5651f7a18a11c305c178b5357?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/7343dc7875f9bfdcb529f90b0091f63547e9d6c5651f7a18a11c305c178b5357?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/7343dc7875f9bfdcb529f90b0091f63547e9d6c5651f7a18a11c305c178b5357?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/7343dc7875f9bfdcb529f90b0091f63547e9d6c5651f7a18a11c305c178b5357?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7790956263899185;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1349px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Rear camera photography with iPhone Duo\u2019s outer display.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">On the outer display is a 12MP Centre Stage front camera, and the final shooter is an under-display FaceTime camera with no specified megapixel count. While using FaceTime video calls, the phone can also enable both front and back cameras (Duo FaceTime).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3b527dbc621359a46960695ecb1c4bd5e174a39f5b4562318e906597d43506d8?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3b527dbc621359a46960695ecb1c4bd5e174a39f5b4562318e906597d43506d8?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3b527dbc621359a46960695ecb1c4bd5e174a39f5b4562318e906597d43506d8?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3b527dbc621359a46960695ecb1c4bd5e174a39f5b4562318e906597d43506d8?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/3b527dbc621359a46960695ecb1c4bd5e174a39f5b4562318e906597d43506d8?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1350px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Smart Take on iPhone Duo.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">As the cherry on top its foldable cake, iPhone Duo gets the special Smart Take mode. It automatically takes hands-free photos once everyone is properly posed for a group shot, without requiring a countdown timer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"iphone-duo-pricing-and-availability-in-singapore\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">iPhone Duo pricing and availability in Singapore<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/f71b36f9a70f043c4fe4c576e6e5d0e56774afdbea719f735491dc5df8d6c168?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/f71b36f9a70f043c4fe4c576e6e5d0e56774afdbea719f735491dc5df8d6c168?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/f71b36f9a70f043c4fe4c576e6e5d0e56774afdbea719f735491dc5df8d6c168?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/f71b36f9a70f043c4fe4c576e6e5d0e56774afdbea719f735491dc5df8d6c168?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/f71b36f9a70f043c4fe4c576e6e5d0e56774afdbea719f735491dc5df8d6c168?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7843866171003717;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1345px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">Summary of iPhone Duo features.<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Apple\u2019s iPhone Duo starts at <b>S$3,099<\/b> for 256GB, with 512GB (<b>S$3,399<\/b>), 1TB (<b>S$3,999<\/b>), and 2TB (<b>S$4,899<\/b>) variants. It comes in two colourways: Star White and Night Sky. Pre-orders begin on 16 October 2026, 8 PM SGT, with retail availability starting on 23 October 2026.<\/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<figure class=\"_figure_wioo3_1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_base_1sb7q_1\" alt=\"Apple iPhone Duo launch\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"auto\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/76ff2a98f7f5c9a25de2b0fdcedf1f11c2ca633d9b11746468413ae02864833c?w=500&amp;q=85 500w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/76ff2a98f7f5c9a25de2b0fdcedf1f11c2ca633d9b11746468413ae02864833c?w=800&amp;q=85 800w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/76ff2a98f7f5c9a25de2b0fdcedf1f11c2ca633d9b11746468413ae02864833c?w=1000&amp;q=85 1000w,https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/76ff2a98f7f5c9a25de2b0fdcedf1f11c2ca633d9b11746468413ae02864833c?w=2000&amp;q=85 2000w\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/76ff2a98f7f5c9a25de2b0fdcedf1f11c2ca633d9b11746468413ae02864833c?w=1000&amp;q=85\" style=\"--custom-aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;contain-intrinsic-size:2400px 1350px\"\/><figcaption class=\"_figureCaptions_wioo3_158\">\n<p class=\"_imageCaption_wioo3_165\">L to R: iPhone Duo in Star White and Night Sky<\/p>\n<p>Screenshot: HWZ (Apple)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">For reference, the iPhone Duo starts at US$1,999 (256GB) in the US.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">For more information, be sure to check out our compiled pricing articles and other announcements below.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"_base_1pos7_1 _tiktok_1pos7_32\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7683611086989364500\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.5625\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\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\/smartphones\/apple-iphone-duo-foldable-phone-singapore-price-specs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article At Source <\/a><br \/>\n<center\/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apple has finally announced its first-ever foldable smartphone. 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