Technology Desk: Big news has come out regarding Apple's first foldable smartphone iPhone Duo. According to the information, pre-booking of this premium smartphone in India will start from 5:30 pm today. The phone is claimed to have foldable design, two displays, 48MP camera and new A20 Pro chipset. Its starting price has been said to be Rs 2,99,900.
This smartphone is reported to be offered in four storage variants. Its sales have been claimed to start from October 23 through the company's online store and select retailers.
Apple iPhone Duo Price: How much will it cost?
The price of iPhone Duo varies according to the storage variant.
256GB: ₹2,99,900
2TB: ₹4,49,900
The prices of the other two storage variants of the phone have not been mentioned in the available details. Customers can check pre-booking information on Apple's official website and Apple Store app.
Bank offers and exchange benefits will be available on iPhone Duo
According to the given details, Apple can also give exchange and bank offers on the purchase of this phone.
Exchange Offer: Benefits of up to Rs 81,500 are claimed on exchanging the old iPhone 13 or the new model.
Bank Offers: Information about instant cashback up to Rs 7,000 has been given on American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards.
EMI facility: No-cost EMI option for up to 12 months is offered.
Subscription: There is a claim of three months of free subscription to Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade.
It is important to confirm eligibility, terms and actual savings of these offers against the official terms prior to purchasing.
iPhone Duo Display: Will get two screens
According to the specifications mentioned, iPhone Duo has a book-style foldable design. It claims to have a 7.6-inch inner Super Retina XDR display and a 5.4-inch outer display.
Both the screens are reported to have ProMotion technology. This can improve the experience of scrolling, gaming and multitasking. The large inner screen can provide convenience in watching videos, reading documents and multitasking.
A20 Pro chipset and Apple Intelligence
The phone is claimed to have A20 Pro chipset based on 2nm technology. Apart from this, it is said to have iOS 27.1 and Apple Intelligence features.
With the help of AI features, users can get convenience in everyday tasks, searching for information and using virtual assistants. However, the actual availability of these features and the official specifications of the device needs to be confirmed.
48MP camera and special battery features
For photography, the phone is said to have a 48MP dual Fusion rear camera setup. It is claimed to include a main camera and ultra-wide lens.
It is said to have a 12MP front camera for selfies and video calling and a FaceTime camera below the inner display.
In terms of battery, it claims to have dual-battery architecture. As per the details available, video playback time is said to be up to 44 hours on the outer display and 31 hours on the inner display. Apart from this, features like MagSafe wireless charging, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and USB Type-C are also mentioned.
Will it be beneficial to buy iPhone Duo?
If the mentioned features prove to be true, then iPhone Duo could be a premium option in the foldable smartphone segment. Its large screen, multitasking capability and AI features can make it special.
However, its starting price is around Rs 3 lakh. In such a situation, before buying, definitely check the information related to the official launch details, warranty, battery performance and strength of the foldable screen.