Apple's first foldable draws praise and screen-crack reports
Apple's iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, costs $1,999 and up. Ars Technica's review calls the device technically impressive but says it is not always enjoyable to use, and notes a learning curve that changes how users interact with the software. Days after the launch, photos on social media showed some screens cracking above the hinge. Apple acknowledged an issue on Monday and said it is replacing damaged units, but it did not say how many broken phones have been reported. Teardown specialists at iFixit point to the flexible inner screen pressing against a hinge part.
Key facts
- The iPhone Duo has a 5.4-inch outer screen and a 7.6-inch inner screen when unfolded.
- The iPhone Duo weighs 254 grams and measures 11.3 mm when closed.
- Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a 6.5-inch outer screen, an 8-inch inner screen and weighs 239 grams.
- The Pixel 11 Pro Fold screens peak at 3,600 nits, while the iPhone Duo reaches 3,000 nits.
- iFixit teardowns show a center hinge support leaves room for a crossing flex cable, creating several possible points of failure.
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Why it matters
A widely priced new hardware category is facing early durability questions that could affect buyer confidence.
What changed
First published from Ars Technica, Engadget and The Verge