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iPhone Fold Release DateOct 23, $1,999 (iPhone Duo)
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iPhone Duo is Apple's first folding iPhone. Apple announced it on September 9 at $1,999, and it ships October 23. Every report from before the launch is tracked below against what Apple announced.
Also reported as iPhone Ultra by 9to5Mac. One device, so the reporting record below covers every name it goes by.
Status
Announced
Ships
October 23, 2026
Price
$1,999
Until release
14days
Ships on Oct 23, 2026.
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Delivery waits for the $1,199 iPhone 18 Pro are getting shorter, which points to softer demand, but AppleInsider's sources say Apple hasn't cut how many phones it assembles.
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Multitasking.
A 5.4-inch outer screen opens into a 7.6-inch inner one that works with Apple Pencil.From this product's specification.
Photos and video.
It has two 48MP rear cameras, and a front camera for each screen.From this product's specification.
Everyday use.
Two batteries give it up to 24 hours of typical use, and it is rated IP68.From this product's specification.
What does the iPhone Duo have?
What to expect
See the full reporting- Production was running at only a few hundred units a day in late August
An extra verification round on the hinge pushed commercial production back by weeks.
Reported
ReportedA credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
58% track record
58% track record
Similar reports have held up 58% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on Apple iPhone Duo has held up, across 45 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 58% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
3
How strongly each outlet put it
Comparison
Compare phonesHow it compares
Price
$1999
What it costs to buy. None of these need a subscription.
Weight
254g
Grams in your hand. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~1 day
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Cost over 3 years
Apple iPhone Duo$1,999
Google Pixel 10$799
Apple iPhone 17$899
Google Pixel 11$899
Samsung Galaxy S26$899.99Weight
Battery life
Current list prices.
The handset as sold, without a case.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
If not this one
Apple iPhone Duo is our pick for multitasking, photos and video and everyday use. Where it does not lead, here is what does, and why you would switch.
- If it is mostly for travelApple iPhone Air (1st gen)
It is 5.64mm thick and weighs 165 grams.
- If you want to play games on itApple iPhone 17
It plays on a 120Hz ProMotion display driven by the A19 chip.
- If it has to hold up at workGoogle Pixel 11 Pro
It gives you up to 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
How much does iPhone Duo cost?
iPhone Duo starts at $1,999. That's Apple's first foldable, and the price is for the entry configuration.
How much does the iPhone Fold cost in each storage size?
The iPhone Duo costs $1,999 for 256GB, $2,199 for 512GB, $2,599 for 1TB and $3,199 for 2TB. The price is the same in Night Sky and Star White.
When does the iPhone Fold come out?
Pre-orders open October 16, 2026 at 5 a.m. PT, and it goes on sale October 23. Apple sells its folding iPhone as the iPhone Duo.
Feb 7, 2024 · First sign of it
Apple is reported to be prototyping two clamshell foldable iPhones
Jul 23, 2024 · Others confirmed it
The foldable moves from concept work into supplier development
Mar 6, 2025 · Design and hardware
Kuo reports a book-style design with 7.8-inch and 5.5-inch displays
Mar 21, 2025 · Design and hardware
Kuo says liquid metal will be used in the hinge
Feb 25, 2026 · Supply chain
A leaker says production-line orders have been placed
May 18, 2026 · Delayed
Trial production reportedly stalls on hinge reliability
Jun 22, 2026 · Supply chain
Supplier reporting says a September unveiling remains the target
Jul 7, 2026 · Delayed
Kuo says the unveiling and customer launch may split
Sep 9, 2026 · Announced
Apple announces iPhone Duo, its first foldable
At a glance
THIS PRODUCTApple iPhone Duo
COMPARE WITHApple iPhone 18 ProDisplay
Inner: 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR OLED folding display, 1878×2670 at 430 ppi, nano-texture finish.Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026Outer: 5.4-inch OLED, 1398×2034 at 460 ppi. Both ProMotion up to 120Hz
6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2622×1206 at 460 ppi (Pro Max: 6.9-inch, 2868×1320 at 460 ppi)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026ProMotion up to 120Hz, Always-On, 3000 nits peak outdoor
Battery
Up to 24 hrs typical useConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026dual built-in batteries; video playback up to 44 hrs on the outer display, 31 hrs on the inner
Up to 24 hrs typical use, 36 hrs video playback (Pro Max: 30 hrs typical use, 45 hrs video playback)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Connectivity
5G sub-6 and mmWave with 4x4 MIMO, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread, second-gen Ultra Wideband, NFCConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026dual eSIM only (not compatible with physical SIM cards)
5G sub-6 and mmWave with 4x4 MIMO, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread, second-gen Ultra Wideband, NFCConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026dual eSIM (no physical SIM)
Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $1999
From $1199
Camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
48MP Dual Fusion system: 48MP Main 26mm f/1.6 and 48MP Ultra Wide 13mm f/2.2. No dedicated telephoto lensConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 20262x is an optical-quality crop of the main sensor. 4x optical-quality zoom range
48MP Pro Fusion system: 48MP Main with variable aperture (f/1.48-f/4.0) 24mm, 48MP Ultra Wide 13mm, 48MP Telephoto 100mm (4x)Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 202616x optical-quality zoom range
Front camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
Outer: 12MP Center Stage, f/2.2.Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8
18MP Center Stage camera, f/1.9, autofocus with Focus PixelsConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Video
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
4K Dolby VisionConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026inner under-display camera records 1080p at 30 or 60 fps
4K Dolby Vision up to 120 fpsConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026ProRes RAW; Apple Log 2; Genlock; spatial video 1080p/30; Dual Capture 4K/30
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Audio
Built-in stereo speakers and built-in microphonesConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Spatial Audio and stereo recording, four studio-quality mics, built-in stereo speakerConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Biometrics
Touch ID fingerprint sensor built into the side button.Confirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026No Face ID
Face ID, enabled by TrueDepth technology in the Center Stage front cameraConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Buttons
Volume up/down, Camera Control, Side button with Touch IDConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026USB-C connector
Volume up/down, Action button, Camera Control, Side buttonConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026USB-C connector
Design
Titanium foldable design, Ceramic Shield 2 front, Ceramic Shield backConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Aluminum unibody design, Ceramic Shield 2 front, Ceramic Shield backConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Dynamic island
Display size and type affect what you can see and how the product feels to use.
Dynamic Island, with Always-On displayConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Dynamic Island, with Always-On displayConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Fold mechanics
Book-style titanium foldableConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 20267.6-inch inner folding OLED with nano-texture finish; supports Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Unknown
More specs⌄
Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
A20 Pro: 6-core CPU (2 super cores, 4 efficiency cores), 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, Dual 16-core Neural EngineConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
A20 Pro: 6-core CPU (2 super cores, 4 efficiency cores), 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, Dual 16-core Neural EngineConfirmed: Apple · Sep 9, 2026
Announced at $1,999, ships October 23, 2026
What you can buy while you wait
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Apple iPhone Duo
Top questions
How much does iPhone Duo cost?
iPhone Duo starts at $1,999. That's Apple's first foldable, and the price is for the entry configuration.
How much does the iPhone Fold cost in each storage size?
The iPhone Duo costs $1,999 for 256GB, $2,199 for 512GB, $2,599 for 1TB and $3,199 for 2TB. The price is the same in Night Sky and Star White.
When does the iPhone Fold come out?
Pre-orders open October 16, 2026 at 5 a.m. PT, and it goes on sale October 23. Apple sells its folding iPhone as the iPhone Duo.
When and where can you pre-order the iPhone Fold?
Pre-orders open Friday, October 16, 2026 at 5 a.m. PT in Apple's online store at apple.com. It goes on sale Friday, October 23, at apple.com and at select carriers and partner stores.
Is the iPhone Fold worth it?
It is worth it if you want a 7.6-inch screen in a phone and will pay for it. At $1,999 it costs $800 more than the iPhone 18 Pro and about $100 more than the Galaxy Z Fold8. It weighs 254g against 211g for the 18 Pro, and it has two rear cameras to the Pro's three. If you want the best camera setup or the lightest phone, buy the 18 Pro. If you want the largest screen on an iPhone, only the Duo has it.
Is the iPhone Fold called the iPhone Duo?
Yes. iPhone Duo is the name Apple gave its first folding iPhone at its September 9, 2026 event. iPhone Fold was the name used in reports before the launch, and it is still what most people search for.
How thin and heavy is the iPhone Duo?
It is 5.2mm thick open and 11.3mm folded shut, and it weighs 254g. The outer screen is 5.4 inches and it opens to a 7.6-inch screen.
iPhone Fold vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: what is different?
Both open to a 7.6-inch screen. The iPhone Duo costs $1,999 and the Galaxy Z Fold8 costs $1,899.99. The Duo has a 5.4-inch outer screen and the Fold8 has a 5.5-inch one. The Duo is 5.2mm thick open, 11.3mm folded and weighs 254g. The Fold8 is 4.5mm open, 9.7mm folded and weighs 201g. The Duo has a titanium body, an IP68 rating and an A20 Pro chip. The Fold8 has an Armor Aluminum frame, an IP48 rating and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. Both have two rear cameras, 48MP on the Duo and 50MP on the Fold8. The Fold8 has been on sale since August 7, 2026.
iPhone Fold vs iPhone 18 Pro: what is different?
The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 and the iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, a gap of $800. Both use the A20 Pro chip, are rated IP68 and come in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB. The Duo has a 5.4-inch outer screen that opens to 7.6 inches. The 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch screen that does not fold. The Duo weighs 254g, has a titanium body and two rear cameras. The 18 Pro weighs 211g, is 8.75mm thick, has an aluminum body and three rear cameras.
Using it
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 7.6 inches. It is 5.4 inches folded shut.
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 256GB to 2TB of storage. There are 4 sizes: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G. Sub-6 and mmWave, the fast short-range band included.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 254g.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 48MP main camera, one of 2 rear cameras.
What colours does it come in?
It comes in 2 finishes. Night Sky, Star White.
How thick is it?
It is 5.2mm thick. It is 11.3mm folded shut.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Apple A20 Pro.
What software does it run?
It runs iOS.
What is it made of?
It is made of titanium.
Does it fold?
Yes, it opens like a book. Opens out into a tablet-sized screen. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Does it unlock with a fingerprint?
Yes, it unlocks with your fingerprint.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Storage: 256GB 512GB 1TB 2TB. Titanium foldable design, Ceramic Shield 2 front, Ceramic Shield back
Battery and charging
Does it charge wirelessly?
Yes, it charges wirelessly. It takes up to 25W on a wireless pad.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP68. The maker states immersion beyond a metre. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
When will the iPhone Duo come out?
Expected October 23, 2026. It was announced September 9, 2026 and is not on sale yet. Basis: official.
How much will the iPhone Duo cost?
List price: $1,999. It is not on sale yet.
What colors does it come in?
Night Sky, Star White.
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