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Apple Debuts Foldable iPhone Duo, Sparking Market Debate Over Pricing

Apple has officially unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, retailing for nearly £2,000. The launch has triggered divided analyst reactions, with experts debating whether the premium device marks a bold strategic pivot or a significant financial risk.

9 Sept, 20:12 — 10 Sept, 11:34
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ReutersVery High6h ago

'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge - Reuters

'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge  Reuters

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bloombergHigh1h ago

Trump’s Payout Promise, Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone

"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics. Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops. Today's guests: Katharine Neiss, PGIM Credit Deputy Head of Global Economics; Michael Haigh, SocGen CIB FIC & Commodities Research Head (Source: Bloomberg)

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NYTMostly Factual2h ago

Foldable Phones Are Unpopular. Why Is Apple Selling One?

The company unveiled a new iPhone that costs $1,999. Here are the economics behind that price tag.

By Brian X. Chen

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CNNMostly Factual14h ago

What it’s like to use the iPhone Duo, Apple’s biggest change to the iPhone in its history - CNN

What it’s like to use the iPhone Duo, Apple’s biggest change to the iPhone in its history  CNN

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Barron'sHigh1h ago

Why Apple’s New Foldable iPhone Is a Big Risk for the Stock - Barron's

Why Apple’s New Foldable iPhone Is a Big Risk for the Stock  Barron's

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SCMPMostly Factual4h ago

Apple enters a crowded foldable smartphone market in China – can it beat Huawei?

Apple’s long-awaited entry into the foldable smartphone market, the iPhone Duo, has drawn immediate attention in China over its eye-watering price tag and exclusive dual-eSIM design, as the American tech giant targets entrenched domestic rivals Huawei Technologies and Xiaomi. Unveiled on Wednesday, the iPhone Duo – Apple’s thinnest and most expensive flagship model yet – captured the attention of Chinese consumers with its smooth transition between inner and outer displays. By Thursday mornin...

By Coco Feng,Minxiao Chang

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France 24High1h ago

Apple's new foldable iPhone: expensive gadget or bold statement?

John Ternus, Apple's new CEO, unveiled the tech giant's latest smartphone on Wednesday. The foldable iPhone Duo will go on sale on October 23rd starting at $1,999, making it the most expensive iPhone to date. The move is a bid to comfort the US company's position at the top of the global smartphone market. Also in this edition, we head to Argentina where President Javier Milei's free market approach has led to a downturn in manufacturing.

By Charles PELLEGRIN

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Business InsiderMostly Factual2h ago

Will Apple convince people to actually buy a foldable phone?

Apple is bringing a foldable phone to the market. The big question: Do customers want it? Bloomberg/Getty Images Apple announced the iPhone Duo on Wednesday, its long-awaited flippable smartphone. It gets a wider screen and selfie-taking upgrades. The Duo is a big risk for the famously meticulous, iterative design tech company. The foldable iPhone is here. It still faces a big question: Will shoppers pay $1,999 (and as much as $3,199) for one? Apple unveiled the long-awaited iPhone Duo on ...

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago

Samsung can’t stop making fun of Apple, shares a string of posts, calls iPhone Duo ‘boring’

Samsung Mobile US cleverly utilized humor on social media to poke fun at Apple's latest product launch. With a series of witty comments aimed at Apple's new foldable phone, Samsung showcased its own advancements in foldable technology. The playful banter even featured Duolingo, turning a typical corporate event into an entertaining public dialogue filled with light-hearted jabs and engaging exchanges.

By TOI TECH DESK

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economic-times7h ago

Apple Event 2026 impact: Redington shares jump 5% after Apple unveils first-ever foldable iPhone

Apple’s entry into the foldable smartphone market could benefit Redington, a key Apple distribution partner in India and other markets. Analysts expect the launch to boost consumer awareness and confidence in foldables, although Samsung is likely to retain its dominance in the near term. IDC expects Apple to ship around 10 million units in the first 12 months.

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indian-expressMostly Factual3h ago

Apple raises iPhone 17, 17e, and 17 Air prices after iPhone 18 Pro launch: Check new prices

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ndtvMostly Factual3h ago

The Secret Reason Apple Never Cuts iPhone Prices In India

Even if only 5 per cent of Indians can afford an iPhone, that is close to 70 million people -- a market larger UK, France or Italy.

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moneycontrol6h ago

Apple iPhone 18 Pro price in India vs US, Canada, Singapore and other countries compared: Where is it... - Moneycontrol.com

Apple iPhone 18 Pro price in India vs US, Canada, Singapore and other countries compared: Where is it...  Moneycontrol.com

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual6h ago

'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge

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seeking-alphaMixed15h ago

3 takeaways from Apple's iPhone launch event

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investing-com29m ago

Analysts split on Apple after foldable iPhone Duo debut

By Investing.com

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gulf-newsMixed1h ago

US, UAE, Saudi, UK or India? Where iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro are cheapest to buy

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national-uaeMixed5h ago

Apple's iPhone Duo: Everything you need to know about the Dh8,499 foldable

By Cody Combs

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china-dailyLow13h ago

Apple debuts foldable iPhone Duo - chinadaily.com.cn

Apple debuts foldable iPhone Duo  chinadaily.com.cn

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hurriyet-dailyMixed5h ago

Foldable iPhone will be crucial test for Apple

Apple has unveiled its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, kicking off the era of new CEO John Ternus.

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tempo-englishMostly Factual1h ago

Apple Debuts Foldable iPhone Duo: What Are the Features?

Apple has officially debuted the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone.

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Daily SabahMixed4h ago

Samsung braces for foldables race as Apple debuts iPhone Duo

Samsung launched a publicity campaign for its foldable phones, highlighting its hardware advantage and early entry into the segment as it seeks to fend off a major challenge from A...

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global-timesLow6h ago

Apple’s foldable debut heats up China’s premium smartphone race as domestic brands hold early lead - Global Times

Apple’s foldable debut heats up China’s premium smartphone race as domestic brands hold early lead  Global Times

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nation-thailandMixed7h ago

Apple sets Thai prices and sale dates for iPhone 18 Pro and Duo - Nation Thailand

Apple sets Thai prices and sale dates for iPhone 18 Pro and Duo  Nation Thailand

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nl-timesMostly Factual3h ago

iPhone Duo to launch in Netherlands at nearly €2,350

Apple unveiled its latest iPhone on Wednesday. The iPhone 18 Duo is the tech giant’s first foldable phone and comes at a hefty price tag.

By 91618

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myjoyonlineMixed49m ago

Apple’s new boss starts with big gamble on £1,999 first folding iPhone

The new boss of Apple has marked his first public appearance by launching the company's most expensive iPhone - a foldable handheld that costs at least £1,999.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

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daily-mirror-lkMixed6h ago

Apple announces first-ever foldable iPhone, starting at $1,999 - dailymirror.lk

Apple announces first-ever foldable iPhone, starting at $1,999  dailymirror.lk

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qatar-tribuneMixed12h ago

Apple to unveil iPhone 18 as foldable enters lineup - Qatar Tribune

Apple to unveil iPhone 18 as foldable enters lineup  Qatar Tribune

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times-of-omanMixed7h ago

Apple's first foldable iPhone launched

California : Apple has introduced iPhone Duo, the first foldable iPhone, at the launch event on Wednesday in California. When opened, it is the thinnest...

By Times of Oman

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First report: dnevnik-bg · 9 Sept, 18:49Full coverage: 46 · 17hWindow: 17h
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dnevnik-bg9 Sept, 18:49First to report

"Епъл" показа първия си сгъваем смартфон - Dnevnik.bg

1h later
seeking-alpha9 Sept, 20:12

3 takeaways from Apple's iPhone launch event

la-vanguardia9 Sept, 20:12

Estos son los precios del nuevo iPhone Duo y los nuevos iPhone 18 Pro y Pro Max

2h later
CNN9 Sept, 21:44

What it’s like to use the iPhone Duo, Apple’s biggest change to the iPhone in its history - CNN

china-daily9 Sept, 22:32

Apple debuts foldable iPhone Duo - chinadaily.com.cn

qatar-tribune9 Sept, 23:24

Apple to unveil iPhone 18 as foldable enters lineup - Qatar Tribune

5h later
economic-times10 Sept, 04:22

Apple Event 2026 impact: Redington shares jump 5% after Apple unveils first-ever foldable iPhone

nation-thailand10 Sept, 04:47

Apple sets Thai prices and sale dates for iPhone 18 Pro and Duo - Nation Thailand

times-of-oman10 Sept, 05:03

Apple's first foldable iPhone launched

global-times10 Sept, 05:27

Apple’s foldable debut heats up China’s premium smartphone race as domestic brands hold early lead - Global Times

channel-news-asia10 Sept, 05:27

'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge

Reuters10 Sept, 05:28

'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge - Reuters

moneycontrol10 Sept, 05:29

Apple iPhone 18 Pro price in India vs US, Canada, Singapore and other countries compared: Where is it... - Moneycontrol.com

daily-mirror-lk10 Sept, 05:41

Apple announces first-ever foldable iPhone, starting at $1,999 - dailymirror.lk

svenska-dagbladet10 Sept, 05:57

Släpper vikbar Iphone – för 27 000

hurriyet-daily10 Sept, 06:19

Foldable iPhone will be crucial test for Apple

lsm-lv10 Sept, 06:25

«Apple» prezentē savu pirmo salokāmo viedtelefonu

iefimerida10 Sept, 06:30

iPhone Duo: Γιατί δεν εντυπωσίασε το νέο αναδιπλούμενο κινητό της Apple -Τα αρνητικά σχόλια, «άσχημο» και «άχρηστο»

le-figaro10 Sept, 06:31

De 50 à 350 euros, Apple augmente discrètement tous les prix de ses iPhone pendant la keynote de l’Iphone Duo

national-uae10 Sept, 06:34

Apple's iPhone Duo: Everything you need to know about the Dh8,499 foldable

newsmaker-md10 Sept, 06:48

(ФОТО, ВИДЕО) Первый складной iPhone от Apple будет стоить от $1 999 до $3 199

dennik-n10 Sept, 07:03

Apple predstavil najočakávanejší iPhone dekády: skladací Duo

SCMP10 Sept, 07:13

Apple enters a crowded foldable smartphone market in China – can it beat Huawei?

observador10 Sept, 07:20

iPhone dobrável chega a Portugal e só é preciso vender o rim

Daily Sabah10 Sept, 07:24

Samsung braces for foldables race as Apple debuts iPhone Duo

index-hr10 Sept, 07:30

Objavljene cijene iPhonea 18. Pogledajte iznose za Njemačku

indian-express10 Sept, 08:28

Apple raises iPhone 17, 17e, and 17 Air prices after iPhone 18 Pro launch: Check new prices

ndtv10 Sept, 08:29

The Secret Reason Apple Never Cuts iPhone Prices In India

hotnews10 Sept, 08:33

La câteva ore de la lansarea iPhone Duo, Samsung a venit cu replica

klix-ba10 Sept, 08:46

Apple je predstavio iPhone 18 Pro i Duo s novitetima koje Android telefoni imaju godinama

nl-times10 Sept, 08:46

iPhone Duo to launch in Netherlands at nearly €2,350

newsbeast10 Sept, 09:04

Το στοίχημα της Apple με το αναδιπλούμενο iPhone και η νέα Siri AI στα iPhone 18

NYT10 Sept, 09:04

Foldable Phones Are Unpopular. Why Is Apple Selling One?

Business Insider10 Sept, 09:33

Will Apple convince people to actually buy a foldable phone?

tvn2410 Sept, 09:38

Apple wreszcie odpowiada rywalom. Akcje firmy tracą

Times of India10 Sept, 10:06

Samsung can’t stop making fun of Apple, shares a string of posts, calls iPhone Duo ‘boring’

tempo-english10 Sept, 10:15

Apple Debuts Foldable iPhone Duo: What Are the Features?

France 2410 Sept, 10:28

Apple's new foldable iPhone: expensive gadget or bold statement?

hvg10 Sept, 10:37

Videódömping: nézze meg a vadiúj iPhone Duót és a brutálisan erős iPhone 18 Prót

bloomberg10 Sept, 10:37

Trump’s Payout Promise, Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone

delo10 Sept, 10:50

Tresla se je gora, rodil se je iphone duo, prvi Applov prepogljivi telefon

gulf-news10 Sept, 10:55

US, UAE, Saudi, UK or India? Where iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro are cheapest to buy

Barron's10 Sept, 10:59

Why Apple’s New Foldable iPhone Is a Big Risk for the Stock - Barron's

faz10 Sept, 11:08

Preis ab 2299 Euro: Apple stellt faltbares und bislang teuerstes „iPhone Duo“ vor

myjoyonline10 Sept, 11:14

Apple’s new boss starts with big gamble on £1,999 first folding iPhone

investing-com10 Sept, 11:34Latest update

Analysts split on Apple after foldable iPhone Duo debut