Apple CEO John Ternus confirmed that the company's foldable technology research began in 2011, leading to the launch of the $2,000 iPhone Duo featuring a custom hinge and A20 Pro chip.
Apple executive chairman Tim Cook visited iQIYI to preview a new split-screen interface developed for the iPhone Duo foldable smartphone.
Apple has registered new AI model filings for the iPhone Duo in China, confirming the integration of Apple Intelligence and Alibaba's Tongyi models ahead of the device's October launch.
Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, will likely require a software update to iOS 27.1 immediately upon activation due to a newer build release.
Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo, a foldable smartphone featuring the A20 Pro chip and a re-engineered internal architecture designed to provide desktop-level performance.
Apple has released Xcode 27.1 to support iPhone Duo app development and mandated that all new App Store submissions include device-specific screenshots starting in April 2027.
Apple has opened App Store submissions for iPhone Duo-optimized apps ahead of the device's October 23 launch, providing developers with new Xcode tools for foldable screen testing.
Apple has released official sample photos for the iPhone Duo, highlighting the foldable device's camera specifications and multi-lens configuration.
Apple has revealed that the nano-texture protective layer on the iPhone Duo's foldable screen is independently replaceable for $19 with AppleCare+.
The launch of Apple's iPhone Duo has prompted former Microsoft staff to reflect on the legacy of the Surface Duo, which was discontinued in 2023.
Apple CEO John Ternus discussed the engineering challenges of the new iPhone Duo and confirmed that the company will maintain its existing product strategy under his leadership.
Apple is expected to maintain the design of its first foldable iPhone Duo for several years, moving away from rapid hardware iterations.
Apple is set to launch a new smart home display next month while canceling its dedicated iPhone Duo stylus project and restructuring the Fitness+ service.
Apple has confirmed that the iPhone Duo features a visible screen crease, opting for a design strategy that minimizes its impact through nano-texture technology and optimized hinge mechanics.
Apple has released Xcode 27.1 beta, giving developers roughly one month to optimize applications for the upcoming iPhone Duo before its October 23 launch.
Apple has unveiled the design concept for its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, which is inspired by paper notebooks and scheduled for pre-order on October 16, 2026.
Apple executives confirmed the development of the iPhone Duo, a foldable device featuring a 1:1.4 aspect ratio and a proprietary nano-texture display, set to launch at a starting price of $1,999.
Apple has launched its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, aiming to capture a quarter of the global market through standardized software adaptation and a unified app ecosystem.
Apple's Craig Federighi confirmed that the new iPhone Duo folding smartphone may overlap with the iPad mini, potentially replacing the need for a separate small tablet for some users.
Mark Gurman predicts the iPhone Duo will establish foldable smartphones as the new mainstream standard for mobile computing over the next decade.
