Apple Announces iPhone Duo Preorder Availability Starting October 16

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UPDATE October 15, 2026 Open up to new possibilities with iPhone Duo Pre-orders begin Friday, October 16 Beginning Friday, October 16, at 5 a.m. PT, customers can pre-order iPhone Duo on apple.com and in the Apple Store app. iPhone Duo delivers Apple’s largest iPhone display ever in a foldable design. Opened, it is the thinnest iPhone ever, with an inner display that is 50 percent larger than the display on iPhone 18 Pro Max — providing a large canvas for viewing content, gaming, and multitasking. Closed, the 5.4-inch outer display delivers 90 percent of the screen area of iPhone 18 Pro in a compact, pocketable design.1 iPhone Duo is also built to last and features a precision-engineered hinge that offers a smooth, satisfying feel with every use. Powered by A20 Pro, iPhone Duo delivers pro performance along with a dual-battery architecture for impressive all-day battery life. iOS 27 is reimagined, remaining familiar and intuitive while adapting to the versatile ways users can interact with iPhone Duo. And with Siri AI,2 powered by Apple Intelligence,3 iPhone Duo also brings powerful AI capabilities together with a user’s personal context to become an intelligent personal hub with privacy and security at its core. Customers shopping in-store or online for iPhone Duo can connect with Apple Specialists for personalized support and get assistance with ways to save and pay, including leasing with Apple Upgrade,4 financing options, and carrier deals, as well as learn how to protect their products with AppleCare+ or AppleCare One. Customers can also take advantage of convenient home delivery or arrange for pickup at their local Apple Store at a time most suitable for them. Ways to Save Directly with Apple Upgrading to iPhone Duo is incredibly simple with a variety of flexible payment options. Customers can choose from great leasing and financing options or select one of the exceptional carrier deals — and since iPhone retains its value longer than other smartphones, they can maximize their savings through Apple Trade In.5 Apple Trade In Trading in a current device is a great way to save on iPhone Duo. With Apple Trade In, customers can receive an instant credit ranging from $175 to $885 when trading in an eligible iPhone 13 or higher. That credit can then be used to lower their monthly payments across Apple Upgrade, Apple Card Monthly Installments,6 or one of the incredible carrier deals. Apple Upgrade With Apple Upgrade, provided by Klarna, it’s easy for customers to get their hands on iPhone Duo with a lease term that’s best for them. Apple Upgrade offers 12- and 24-month leasing options for iPhone, with prices starting as low as $57.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) per month for a 24-month lease for iPhone Duo. At the end of their lease term, eligible customers can upgrade their device to the latest generation, purchase it with a one-time payment, or simply return it and exit the program. More Value with Carrier Deals Directly with Apple Apple partners with the major wireless carriers to offer incredible deals, including up to $1,200 in credit toward iPhone Duo when trading in iPhone 14 Pro Max or higher.7 Customers can activate their new phone with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon — all in one place. Apple Card Monthly Installments In the U.S., Apple Card customers can pay for their new devices over time at 0 percent APR when they choose to check out with Apple Card Monthly Installments at Apple and earn 3 percent Daily Cash back all up front. It takes as little as a minute for customers to apply for Apple Card and start using it right away.† Tracking payments is just as simple, with installments automatically grouped into one easy-to-manage balance in the Wallet app. Explore iPhone Duo iPhone Duo features an advanced camera system that enables all-new experiences made possible by its breakthrough design. The 48MP Fusion Main camera shoots sharp photos with zero shutter lag, and users can get closer to the subject with an integrated optical-quality 2x Telephoto. The 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera captures wider fields of view and enables macro photography, while the Center Stage front camera can automatically take photos and videos in any orientation, so users don’t have to rotate iPhone for landscape selfies. A new FaceTime camera placed underneath the inner display helps users connect with friends and family, whether iPhone Duo is held open or propped on a surface for hands-free calls. The expansive display on iPhone Duo supercharges productivity with Split View multitasking and seamless app switching, and a reimagined yet familiar iOS experience introduces entirely new ways to interact with iPhone. iOS also adapts to content on iPhone Duo by reacting as it folds, reorienting when turned to the side, and switching to the appropriate display when flipped over. iPhone Duo can also enter StandBy on either the outer or inner display — even when it’s not charging — turning the device into a photo frame, a hub for widgets, a clock, and more. Siri AI is an entirely new version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence — profoundly more personal, capable, and conversational, with personal context understanding, broad world knowledge, and onscreen awareness to help users find what they need and get things done. Rolling out in beta in English with iOS 27, Siri AI is even more useful on the large inner display, where iPhone Duo users can keep Siri open alongside an app and ask about what’s onscreen. And with Siri mode in Camera, users can get information and take action on what’s in front of them. iPhone Duo is splash-, water-, and dust-resistant with an IP68 rating,8 and is available in two refined colors: star white and night sky. Get Ready to Upgrade with Apple Getting ready early is the best way to secure the new iPhone Duo. Right now, customers can configure their device, choose accessories, secure leasing or financing pre-approval, and arrange their trade-in ahead of the availability-day rush. By saving these choices to their shopping bag before 9 p.m. PT on Thursday, October 15, they are able to check out with a single click the moment pre-orders go live at 5 a.m. PT on Friday, October 16. Customers get the very best of Apple when shopping directly online or in-store. Knowledgeable Specialists can provide personalized guidance from start to finish on everything from discovering the latest trade-in offers and additional ways to save, to safely and securely transferring data with Personal Setup. Customers can also discover how to go further with their new devices through free Today at Apple sessions. With updated offerings like “Say Hello to iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo” and “Tips: What’s New on iOS 27,” these hands-on classes are the ultimate way to explore the capabilities of the latest products. Designed for iPhone Duo To complement iPhone Duo, Apple is introducing beautiful new accessories. The iPhone Duo Folio — available in navy blue and taupe — features an integrated kickstand that supports a wide range of angles for reading, viewing content, or FaceTime, and folds away neatly when not in use. The iPhone Duo Case — available in sand and navy blue — is thin and light, with a protective two-part design that wraps around both sides of the device. Both cases are compatible with MagSafe, Qi2 25W, and Qi-certified chargers. With built-in magnets that align perfectly with iPhone Duo, they offer a magical attach experience and fast wireless charging. Protection for Every Product AppleCare plans protect a user’s new iPhone Duo from accidents like drops and spills and, in many regions, theft and loss too — all at a great value.9 In available markets,10 customers can choose AppleCare+ or AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss for their new iPhone Duo. AppleCare One Individual, where offered, provides the same benefits as AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss, at the same monthly price — but extends coverage to two more devices. Customers in the U.S. can also choose AppleCare One Family to cover every eligible Apple product across their Family Sharing group, with new purchases, upgrades, and devices the family already owns covered automatically at no additional cost.11 Learn more at apple.com/applecare or in Settings on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Try Apple One New and qualified returning subscribers who purchase iPhone Duo can unlock three months of Apple One for free. Apple One bundles up to six Apple services — including Apple TV, Apple Music, up to 2TB of iCloud+ storage, and more — into one convenient plan across multiple Apple devices.‡ Share article Media - Text of this article - Media in this article - The display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the inner display screen is 7.58 inches diagonally, and the outer display screen is 5.36 inches diagonally. The actual viewable area is smaller. - Siri AI and the other new Apple Intelligence features will not be available in China. - Apple Intelligence is available with Siri settings and device language set to Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, or Vietnamese. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. Some devices may not be available in all regions. Siri AI is rolling out in beta with iOS 27 and requires an Apple Intelligence-enabled device set to a supported language. Available in English to start. Siri AI will not be initially available in the EU in iOS. Certain Apple Intelligence features that rely on server-side models are subject to daily usage limits, including but not limited to Siri AI, intelligent photo editing tools, Image Playground, and AFM 3 Cloud models in Shortcuts. Daily limits may vary by feature, request complexity, system demand, system policies, and other factors. Expanded access to such features will be available for a fee in the future. Use of these features is subject to Apple Intelligence terms and conditions. Learn more at apple.com/apple-intelligence. Siri AI is not available for users under 13. - This offer is for a consumer lease, not a purchase or loan. Lease provided by Klarna Inc. for a 12- or 24-month term. Your first monthly payment is due approximately 30 days after device is shipped or available for pickup. Lease approval is subject to eligibility and is based on creditworthiness. Monthly payments are based on the selected device and lease term. Advertised payment amount may not include a trade-in device’s estimated value. Typical monthly payments for iPhone 18 Pro (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) range from $49.99 to $100.03 (U.S.) for a 12-month lease and $34.99 to $70.01 (U.S.) for a 24-month lease. No security deposit required. Requires selection of an eligible carrier. Closing your lease and returning your device terminates your lease. You may incur a substantial charge if you terminate your lease before the end of the lease term. Additional terms and conditions apply. See apple.com/shop/apple-upgrade for more information. - Trade-in values will vary based on the condition, year, and configuration of the eligible trade-in device. Learn more at apple.com/tradein. - Apple Card Monthly Installments (ACMI) is a 0 percent APR payment option that is only available if users select it at checkout in the U.S. for eligible products purchased at Apple and is subject to credit approval and credit limit. See support.apple.com/en-us/102730 for more information about eligible products. Additional limits and restrictions apply. See the Apple Card Customer Agreement for more information about ACMI. Apple Card is subject to credit approval, available only for qualifying applicants in the United States, and issued by Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Salt Lake City Branch. - AT&T iPhone Duo special deal: Monthly price (if shown) reflects net monthly payment, after application of AT&T trade-in credit applied over 36 months with purchase of an iPhone Duo and trade-in of eligible smartphone. Receive credit with purchase of an iPhone Duo activated on any eligible AT&T unlimited plan except Extra 2.0 Unlimited Extra, Unlimited Extra EL, Unlimited Starter, Unlimited Starter SL, Unlimited StarterSM, or AT&T Value 2.0 plans of either $1,200, $930, or $350 (based upon the model and condition of your trade-in smartphone). Receive credit with purchase of an iPhone Duo activated on an Extra 2.0 Unlimited Extra, Unlimited Extra EL, AT&T Unlimited Starter, AT&T Unlimited Starter SL, or AT&T Unlimited StarterSM plan of either $930 or $350 (based upon the model and condition of your trade-in smartphone). Receive credit with purchase of an iPhone Duo activated on an AT&T Value 2.0 plan of either $500 or $350 (based upon the model and condition of your trade-in smartphone). Max bill credits will not exceed the cost of the device. Requires upgrade of an existing line or activation of a new line and purchase of a new iPhone Duo on qualifying 36-month 0 percent APR installment plan, subject to carrier credit qualification. Customers purchasing this offer through Apple cannot add the Next Up Anytime option. $0 down for well-qualified customers only, or down payment may be required, and depends on a variety of factors. Tax on full retail price due at sale. Requires activation on eligible AT&T unlimited plan. AT&T may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. If you cancel eligible wireless service, credits will stop and you will owe the remaining device balance. Activation/upgrade fee: $35. Trade-in device may not be on existing installment plan. Bill credits are applied as a monthly credit over the 36-month installment plan. Credits start within three bills. Will receive catch-up credits once credits start. Wireless line must be on an installment agreement, active, and in good standing for 30 days to qualify. Installment agreement starts when device is shipped. To get all credits, device must remain on agreement for entire term and you must keep eligible service on device for entire installment term. Limited-time offer; subject to change. Limits: One trade-in per qualifying purchase and one credit per line. May not be combinable with other offers, discounts, or credits. Purchase, financing, other limits, and restrictions apply. Activation required. - iPhone Duo is splash-, water-, and dust-resistant. It was tested under controlled laboratory conditions and has a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 meters for up to 30 minutes). Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage is not covered under warranty. - Coverage against accidental damage from handling and, where applicable, theft and loss. All claims are subject to deductibles, service fees, and terms and conditions, and are subject to change. Exclusions, such as cosmetic damage or intentional damage, apply. See apple.com/legal/sales-support/applecare for full details. - AppleCare+, AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss, and AppleCare One plans are not available in all regions. Features and plan availability may vary by country or region. - Most devices less than four years old and in good working condition are eligible. Apple Vision Pro is limited to six devices per plan. To cover an eligible display, it must be connected to Mac and added in System Settings. For more information, visit apple.com/applecare. † Apple Card is subject to credit approval, available only for qualifying applicants in the United States, and issued by Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Salt Lake City Branch. Apple Payments Services LLC, a subsidiary of Apple Inc., is a service provider of Goldman Sachs Bank USA for Apple Card. Neither Apple Inc. nor Apple Payments Services LLC is a bank. ‡ New and qualified returning subscribers only. The Apple One free trial includes only subscriptions that you are not currently using through a free trial or a subscription. Only one offer per Apple Account and only one offer per family if you’re part of a Family Sharing group, regardless of the number of devices you or your family purchase. This offer is not available if you or your family have previously accepted an Apple One three-months-free offer. Offer good for three months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews after trial at your region’s price per month until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.