Apple CEO John Ternus recently revealed that his involvement in foldable device research dates back to 2011, when he co-authored a patent for flexible electronic components. Ternus noted that the company deliberately delayed the launch of its foldable iPhone Duo to avoid the design compromises and poor build quality seen in early market alternatives.
The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch internal display and a 5.4-inch external screen, housed in a Grade 5 titanium body powered by the A20 Pro chip. Apple engineered a custom polymer nano-texture screen cover and a hinge mechanism consisting of over 100 precision parts. The device also includes a specialized display engine for seamless transitions between screens.
Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo begin on October 16, with retail availability starting October 23. The device is priced at over $2,000. Ternus emphasized that Apple focuses its resources on key differentiators rather than manufacturing every component in-house, while maintaining its strategic focus on privacy and ecosystem integration for AI features.
Regarding supply chain challenges, Ternus described memory supply constraints as a crisis and confirmed that Apple is evaluating all procurement options. He also noted that former CEO Tim Cook remains involved as executive chairman, providing support when necessary, while Ternus continues to manage government relations and strategic product development.
