Apple launches $1,999 foldable iPhone Duo, with pre-orders from Oct. 16

Apple’s first foldable iPhone Duo is set to open for pre-orders in more than 70 markets, including India, on Oct. 16, before retail sales begin Oct. 23. The device starts at $1,999 and offers dual displays, up to 2TB storage and an A20 Pro chip.

— Source publishedWed, 9 Sept, 2026, 23:39 IST·First seen Thu, 10 Sept, 2026, 01:31 IST·Source NDTV Profit

What happened

Apple launched its first foldable, iPhone Duo, priced from $1,999. India is among more than 70 markets where pre-orders open Oct. 16, followed by retail sales

Key facts

  • $1,999
  • over 70 countries
  • Oct. 16 pre-orders
  • Oct. 23 retail sales
  • up to 2TB storage
  • 5.4-inch outer display
  • 7.6-inch inner display
  • 35% better sustained performance
  • 44 hours outer-display video playback
  • 31 hours inner-display video playback
  • 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera
  • 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera

Why this matters

Apple’s foldable entry raises the strategic value of display, hinge and component partnerships as competitors seek differentiated hardware and supply-chain capacity.