Apple Opens Preorders for First Foldable iPhone

Apple began accepting preorders for the iPhone Duo on October 16, opening sales of its first foldable smartphone across more than 70 countries and regions. The company says deliveries and in-store availability are scheduled to begin October 23. Customers can order through Apple’s online storefront and Apple Store app, with carriers and retailers also taking orders in some markets. The launch marks Apple’s entry into the foldable-phone category, with the Duo opening like a book to reveal a larger screen. Prices vary by country and configuration. In Canada, the starting price is 2,999 Canadian dollars before taxes, rising to 4,799 Canadian dollars for the 2TB model. In India, the 256GB version is listed at 299,900 rupees, while the 2TB model is priced at 449,900 rupees. Australian prices start at 3,499 Australian dollars for 256GB and reach 5,899 Australian dollars for 2TB. In the United States and United Kingdom, reported starting prices are 1,999 in the local currency. The phone has a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch folding inner screen, along with Apple’s A20 Pro chip and a dual-camera system. Apple lists four storage capacities, from 256GB to 2TB, and two colours, Star...