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iPhone Duo marks Apple’s debut in foldable phones
New details have emerged about Apple’s first foldable handset, the iPhone Duo, following its unveiling at the company’s September hardware event, with Apple emphasising several design and performance choices that set it apart from rival foldables. Unlike Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold, the Duo keeps the same 1.4:1 aspect…
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There aren’t AirPods with cameras yet and I hope it stays that way
Apple’s September event unveiled its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone 18 Pro line, ANC on the entry-level AirPods 5, and a Siri Recap feature for its watches, but stopped short of releasing long-rumoured AirPods Pro with built-in cameras. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, that camera-equipped model has been pushed back to 2027, a delay the…
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Apple Wallet is not the same as Apple Pay: Here’s how they differ
Apple Wallet and Apple Pay are often used interchangeably but serve distinct roles within Apple’s ecosystem, and understanding the difference helps users navigate payments, digital IDs and money transfers more effectively. Apple Wallet is the storage app on iPhone (with an Apple Watch counterpart) that holds digital cards, boarding passes, insurance documents and IDs, while…
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The black iPhone Pro returns
Apple has reintroduced a black colour option for its high-end iPhone Pro line, ending a one-year absence. The move comes after the iPhone 17 Pro range, launched last year, offered only orange, silver and dark blue finishes, marking the first time since the Pro lineup began in 2019 that no black or dark grey model…
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The incomplete history of Duo devices
Apple has unveiled its first foldable device, the iPhone Duo, but the name and concept both have a long history that predates the launch. The Verge notes that “Duo” has been used repeatedly across the tech industry for decades, spanning gaming consoles, laptops, chargers and rival foldable phones, meaning Apple’s new device is far from…
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It’s the year of smartphone price hikes
Apple’s launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, both $100 more expensive than their predecessors, is the latest sign that smartphone price rises have become an industry-wide trend in 2026 rather than an Apple-specific decision. Google, Samsung and smaller manufacturers such as Sony and Motorola have all raised prices by similar amounts this…
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iPhone Duo hands-on: Apple’s most exciting device in a decade
Engadget has published a hands-on account of Apple’s first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, calling it the company’s most exciting device in nearly a decade. The device marks Apple’s entry into the foldable phone market, joining rivals such as Samsung, and features a refined design with rounded edges, a near-seamless transition animation between its two…
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Motorola teases new compact foldable Razr
Motorola has teased a new Razr foldable via an Instagram Reel, signalling a departure from the line’s signature vertical flip design. Instead, the upcoming model will use a compact, book-style folding structure similar to a mini tablet, joining a broader industry shift towards wider foldable screens seen recently in devices such as the Samsung Galaxy…
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John Ternus elevates iPhone to centrepiece of Apple’s AI strategy
Apple’s new CEO, John Ternus, used his first keynote on Wednesday to firmly reposition the iPhone at the heart of the company’s AI strategy, describing it as the ideal “intelligent personal hub” thanks to its processing power, cameras, connectivity and on-device AI. The move marks a departure from predecessor Tim Cook’s approach of downplaying Apple’s…
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iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: here’s how they stack up
Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone, positioning it as a direct rival to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8. Both devices share the same “passport-style” short-and-squat form factor, marking a departure from Samsung’s traditional tall, narrow foldable design, and the two are expected to be the main choices for consumers considering a…