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Apple unveils iPhone Duo foldable, impacting Samsung's market position
Apple has officially entered the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Duo, a book-style device featuring a 5.4-inch outer screen and a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR inner display. The device utilizes a titanium Grade 5 frame and features Touch ID integrated into the side button for authentication, which remains accessible in both folded and unfolded states. Pre-orders are scheduled to begin on October 16, with a global rollout starting October 23.
In South Korea, the announcement of the iPhone Duo has coincided with a 10% weekly increase in sales for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8. Analysts suggest this may be due to consumers comparing the two devices or choosing the immediate availability of the Samsung model over the upcoming Apple release. The Galaxy Z Fold8 is notably more affordable in the Korean market, priced at 2.28 million won compared to the iPhone Duo's 3.29 million won.
Samsung is reportedly accelerating its foldable development in response to Apple's entry, with rumors suggesting an earlier release for the Galaxy Z TriFold2. Additionally, Samsung Display is rumored to hold a three-year exclusive contract to supply the OLED displays for the iPhone Duo, potentially strengthening its dominant position in the foldable component market.
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Apple · Apple Pencil · Craig Federighi · Galaxy Z Fold8 · Galaxy Z TriFold2 · GlobalData · Samsung · Samsung Display · iPad mini · iPhone Duo
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The iPhone Duo features a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR inner display. habarileo.com · zanzibarleo.com · www.fashionsnap.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 in the United States. habarileo.com · zanzibarleo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The device will be available in over 70 countries and regions starting October 23. habarileo.com · zanzibarleo.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Software Chief Craig Federighi stated the device can fill the role of an iPad mini for certain users.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The iPhone Duo supports the Apple Pencil.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Reports indicate potential supply shortages during the initial launch period.
- [● 12 SOURCES] Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone. habarileo.com · zanzibarleo.com · www.igeekphone.com · www.wazzup.ph · phone.cnmo.com · +6 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo will open on October 16. habarileo.com · zanzibarleo.com · www.hwupgrade.it · www.igeekphone.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Galaxy Z TriFold2 is expected to be lighter and thinner than its predecessor. srpskainfo.com · www.gizmodo.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Galaxy Z TriFold2 is expected to be priced at or below $3,000. www.gizmodo.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] Samsung may release the Galaxy Z TriFold2 earlier than previously scheduled. srpskainfo.com · www.gizmodo.jp
- [● 8 SOURCES] Samsung Z Fold8 sales in South Korea grew by approximately 10% in one week following the iPhone Duo release. www.sammobile.com · www.batista70phone.com · www.gsmarena.com · 9to5google.com · arepatecnologica.com · +2 more