iPhone Duo preorders sell out, shipping slips to January 2027
Apple's first folding iPhone faces strong demand and limited supply, pushing delivery estimates into 2027.

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- iPhone Duo preorders opened on October 16, 2026
- Shipping estimates slipped to January 2027 within hours
- Pricing starts at 1,999 dollars and reaches at least 3,199 dollars for 2 TB
- Foldables are projected to be just over 2 percent of sales but nearly 7 percent of revenue
- Apple said global interest is extraordinary and orders continue normally
Shipping estimates for Apple's first folding iPhone, the iPhone Duo, slipped to January 2027 within hours of preorders opening. Delivery times approached the end of December 2026 or moved into early 2027 within about 25 minutes.
Some customers reported unresponsive Apple Store apps and issues with saved preorder information. Initial in-store stock also sold out quickly.
“Apple officials described global interest in the device as truly extraordinary.”
The iPhone Duo starts at 1,999 dollars, while the top 2 TB version costs at least 3,199 dollars. IDC estimates foldable phones will represent just over 2 percent of global smartphone sales this year but generate nearly 7 percent of industry revenue.
Apple officials described global interest as extraordinary and said platforms will continue accepting orders normally. The company may increase production if manufacturing partners can accommodate higher output.
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