# Some iPhone Duo screens are already failing

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/some-iphone-duo-screens-are-already-failing/
- Published: 2026-10-26T16:51:49+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-26T19:06:14+00:00
- Original publisher: Ars Technica
- Original article: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/some-iphone-duo-screens-are-already-failing/
- Topics: Gadgets, Technology

## Key points

- Some iPhone Duo screens fail soon after use.
- CT scans suggest a possible hinge misalignment.
- Apple has not commented on the reports.

## Summary

Some early iPhone Duo buyers say their foldable phones’ internal OLED screens developed bright or black lines, sometimes within minutes or a day of use. The reports point to a possible hinge-related hardware fault, raising questions about the durability of Apple’s first foldable phone, which costs $2,000.

iFixit’s teardown and CT scans suggest the damage may start below the hinge’s ribbon cable, where the support mechanism narrows. One theory is that a component sticks or fails to move properly as the phone closes, putting pressure on the screen’s bend; Apple has not explained the reports, and their scale is unknown. Some customers say Apple stores have replaced faulty devices, though replacement stock may be limited.

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