Apple’s first foldable iPhone is facing strong demand and limited availability, while the company says only a small percentage of devices have been returned over display problems.
Highlights
- Apple’s first foldable iPhone Duo faces supply shortages amid strong demand.
- New orders reportedly show delivery estimates extending to January 2027.
- Apple executive John Ternus says production is progressing but availability remains limited.
- Some users have reported cracks and damage to the foldable inner display.
- Apple says affected customers are being offered replacement devices.
- iPhone Duo prices in India reportedly start at ₹2,99,900 and reach ₹4,49,900.
Apple’s first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, is reportedly facing a major supply shortage, leaving buyers waiting weeks or even months for delivery. According to a Gadgets Now report, some new orders are showing estimated delivery dates extending to January 2027, despite the device going on sale in October 2026.
Apple executive John Ternus has acknowledged that the company is struggling to meet demand, although production is progressing as planned.
Apple Struggles to Meet iPhone Duo Demand
Speaking to Reuters, as cited in the report, Ternus said Apple is working to increase production and deliver devices to customers as quickly as possible.
However, the company has not provided a timeline for when supply will match demand.
The shortage reportedly became apparent shortly after pre-orders opened on October 16. Delivery estimates quickly moved beyond the October 23 launch date as initial inventory sold out.
Limited stock has also affected availability at Apple’s retail stores.
Foldable Display Problems Raise Concerns
Apart from supply constraints, Apple’s first foldable smartphone has reportedly encountered complaints involving its inner display.
Some customers have reported cracks and other screen damage.
Responding to these concerns, Ternus said only a very small percentage of devices had been returned because of display-related issues.
Apple is reportedly offering replacements to affected customers through its support channels.
The company has not disclosed the exact number of affected devices or linked the reported screen problems to the broader supply shortage.
Why Is the iPhone Duo Facing Shortages?
Earlier supply-chain reports suggested that manufacturing challenges involving the flexible display, hinge components and final assembly may have affected production.
However, Apple has not officially confirmed these factors as the reason for the current shortage.
Apple iPhone Duo Price in India
According to the report, the iPhone Duo is available in four storage configurations:
| Storage | Reported price |
|---|---|
| 256GB | ₹2,99,900 |
| 512GB | ₹3,24,900 |
| 1TB | ₹3,74,900 |
| 2TB | ₹4,49,900 |
What Should Buyers Know?
Customers planning to purchase the iPhone Duo may face extended delivery timelines depending on storage configuration and location.
Those experiencing inner-display problems should contact Apple Support or AppleCare for assistance.
For now, Apple has not announced when availability of its first foldable smartphone will return to normal.
Note: This story is based on the supplied Gadgets Now report. The product details, prices and executive statements have not been independently verified.
