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Foldables are about to get huge
iPhone Duo demand meets a long delivery queue, giving Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 an opening. Plus the latest Google and Android news.
The pros and cons of using a foldable phone
Foldable phones like the Apple Duo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series are useful in some scenarios, but there are also some downsides, including price.
iPhone Duo to offer Edge Light, Smart Take, horizontal Reachability, more
Apple's iPhone Duo is almost like a standard iPhone and an iPad mini in one device, but it turns out the foldable supports features previously exclusive to the Mac.
Samsung confirms One UI 9 rollout dates for some older Galaxy devices
Samsung confirms the One UI 9 rollout date for Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z7 foldables, and S23 FE. Find out when your Galaxy receives the update.
Fold the phone: Apple's new CEO unveils a foldable iPhone
New Apple CEO John Ternus announces the iPhone Duo, which folds like a passport and is the most radical iPhone design update in nearly 20 years.
Shooting to the top with a new form factor? - Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review: How does Samsung’s new foldable smartphone perform in everyday life? We evaluate the display, performance, camera, battery, and usability, and reveal exactly who the Fold8 is for—as well as where this foldable flagship still has work to do.
iPhone Duo could give Apple a 25% share of foldable market in 2026
TrendForce says the iPhone Duo is expected to capture 24,8% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026 alone, countering a 20% slump in the segment.
Here's how iPhone Duo treats apps not optimized for the foldable display
Apple has officially announced the iPhone Duo, its first foldable display device. Additionally, the company has detailed how third-party apps...
I feel like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the right kind of passport foldable
Passport-style foldables are suddenly everywhere, but the Galaxy Z Fold 8 strikes a particularly smart balance between a genuinely compact body and a useful inner display.
Apple’s iPhone Duo foldable has the same IP68 protection as Pixel Fold
Apple did the thing. The first foldable iPhone has arrived with the new iPhone Duo delivering a pretty compelling package...
The iPhone Duo's screen repair costs make Samsung foldables look like a bargain
Apple has revealed its iPhone Duo repair prices, with inner display damage costing $999 and other repairs potentially reaching $1,499.
iPhone Duo accessories: Here are five top picks for Apple’s foldable
iPhone Duo will be here soon, so if you want to get a head start on accessories for Apple’s new model, here are our recommendations.
The iPhone Duo’s crease gets a lot more visible after 10,000 folds.
YouTuber Tim Pan put the new Apple foldable through a total of 11,500 folds, a thousand of which were in freezing conditions. Like Joanna Stern, he found the hinge holds up well, but like any other foldable, the crease gets a lot more visible (and a bit more even after only 500), matte display or not. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Screen-Shot-2026-10-22-at-09.09.47-AM.png?quality=90&strip=all]
Samsung gets 'Tim Cook' to praise the Galaxy Z Fold 8
Samsung has published a new advertisement for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 that features "Tim Cook" promoting the foldable.
Apple bets iPhone Duo can remake foldable market as sales begin
By Aditya Soni Oct 23 (Reuters) - For nearly two decades Apple has made only small changes to the iPhone, its money machine.
Hands-On With Apple's First Foldable Phone: The iPhone Duo Redefines the Formula
The Apple iPhone Duo is an impressive first-generation folding phone with tricks of its own, even if many of its ideas have been available on Samsung and Google models for years.
I went hands-on with the iPhone Duo, and I'm genuinely excited
Apple nailed the design of its foldable, and the inner panel is an absolute delight to use.
The foldable iPhone Duo is Apple's boldest smartphone experiment yet
Apple has stuck to the long, rectangular iPhone shape since 2007. The new iPhone Duo foldable shows Apple is still willing to experiment.
Want Apple's folding iPhone? Duo you have patience?
Expected ship dates for Apple's iPhone Duo, the company's first foldable phone, have already slipped from October to January 2027.
Apple event live: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro & watches announced
Apple (AAPL) unveiled its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, and a slew of product updates at its annual fall event at its Cupertino, Calif., headquarters today.
Rapper Santy Sharma Makes Viral Joke And Meme About The New iPhone Duo’s Insane Price Tag
After Apple announced the iPhone Duo, it's first foldable phone, Indian rapper Santy Sharma posted an AI-generated image of himself holding the smartphone and a scar on his stomach, implying he would ...
iPhone Duo Supports MagSafe Charging
Rumors about the foldable iPhone were unclear on whether it would have MagSafe charging, but it turns out the iPhone Duo does indeed have a magnetic charging array. Tech specs for the device say it supports MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25W, the same as the iPhone 18 Pro models. It also supports Qi2.2 25W wireless charging when using third-party accessories. Faster wired charging is available, with the iPhone Duo charging to 50 percent in a 20-minute period.
Apple Unveils the iPhone Duo, a Foldable Phone That Costs $1,999
At the company’s annual September product event, Apple also demonstrated its work on artificial intelligence and other new devices.
Deals: Prime Big Deal Days brings big discounts on flagships, foldables and other phones
We also picked out the best offers for premium, mid-range and entry-level phones. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days start today and end tomorrow. As usual, we...
Apple says iPhone Duo has ‘replaceable’ folding display layer to minimize crease
Foldables tend to show more crease over time, but Apple says iPhone Duo has a replaceable layer on its folding screen to mitigate that issue.
Samsung works to draw iPhone users to its foldables even as Apple enters the market
Samsung is drawing more iPhone users to its foldables as Apple’s rumored entry threatens to reshape the market.
Apple announces first-ever foldable iPhone, starting at $1,999
The screen will be compatible with the iPhone Pencil, currently available only for iPad users, and can also be unlocked with Apple Watch, according to Apple.
Apple’s iPhone Duo Sold Out In Minutes. The Last Time Apple Reinvented The Phone, One Apple Supplier’s Stock Soared About 1,200% In A Decade
Apple's first foldable iPhone sold out in minutes and sent investors scrambling to find the supplier that could pull off what one obscure chipmaker did after the original iPhone launched in 2007.
Motorola's wide foldable could be my next phone if the price is right
A wide screen I can pocket matters more than a bigger one
Apple’s first foldable iPhone sells out within minutes as preorders begin
Investing.com -- Apple shares rose 2% in premarket trading Friday after the company’s first foldable iPhone sold out shortly after preorders opened, with delivery estimates now extending to January 25 as orders continue.
Samsung hires a real Tim Cook to advertise the Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung has recruited a real estate agent named Tim Cook to promote the Galaxy Z Fold8 in a playful campaign timed with Apple’s entry into the foldable phone market with the iPhone Duo. The ad lets Samsung poke fun at Apple while highlighting its longer history in the foldable smartphone segment.
Samsung is releasing a new foldable next week, and it just leaked
Samsung has a bunch of new foldables in store for next year, but also one more coming out this year,...
Where to Buy iPhone Duo Today: Stores, Pickup, and Wait Times
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, officially launched today, Friday October 23. Pre-order deliveries are arriving to customers, but supply is extremely tight, although anyone who didn't order in advance may still be able to buy one in person, depending on local availability. That said, Apple has said it expects supply to sell out quickly.
Samsung starts rolling out Android 17 for Galaxy S24 and older foldables
As its rollout expands, Samsung is now bringing its Android 17-based One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S24 series...
5 iPhone Duo Features I’m Already Dying to Try
Commentary: After getting hands-on time with Apple's new foldable phone, here are the questions I'm most eager to answer in testing.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: the foldable with the best triple camera
Big screen folder with slick software and advanced AI is just like a regular Android when closed
Apple stock rises. iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Duo debut under new CEO
Ternus unveils iPhone 18 Pro and $1,999 foldable Duo
John Ternus talks iPhone Duo, ‘cheap and crappy’ foldables in new interview
TIME just published its list of best inventions of 2026, and iPhone Duo made the list with John Ternus interviewed for the cover story.
Apple Exec Says 'Hold Us Accountable' on iPhone Duo Crease
Apple hardware engineering VP Tom Marieb spoke with TechRadar and shared some candid thoughts about Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo. The iPhone Duo uses a matte nano-texture display, which is meant to cut down on glare and minimize the visibility of the crease. When asked if the iPhone Duo's crease would be more visible over time, as that's what tends to happen on other foldables, Marieb said the nano-texture display would help.
iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone Duo Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?
Apple's new iPhone lineup asks buyers a new and challenging question: Is a foldable display worth feature compromises? Alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, which start at $1,199 and $1,299 respectively, there is now the iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable iPhone, which starts at $1,999. All three are brand new, all three feature the same A20 Pro chip, and all three sit at the top end of Apple's lineup.
'Welcome to Foldables': Samsung braces for Apple's foldable iPhone challenge
Samsung launched a publicity campaign for its foldable phones, touting its hardware advantage and its early entry into the segment.
iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone Duo: Comparing Apple’s New Pro Phone Against Its First Foldable
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro includes a heck of a camera that sets it apart, but the iPhone Duo’s ability to unfold from small phone to tablet could offer new ways to use an iPhone.
Samsung's One UI update proves everything Google is doing with Pixel is completely wrong
Google gives my phone bugs while Samsung gives me fixes
Samsung reacts to Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo; ‘reheating our leftovers’
Samsung is apparently of two minds when it comes to reacting to Apple’s first foldable device, with some interesting reactions...
iPhone Duo inner display has a replaceable $29 top layer
AppleCare coverage for the iPhone Duo will mean inexpensive repairs for Apple's first foldable, including $99 full inner display replacement or $19 "cover layer" swaps.
Left-handed Apple users cry discrimination as new foldable iPhone Duo designed for right-handers
iPhone Duo Reportedly Facing Production Problems Ahead of Launch
The iPhone Duo is reportedly facing production difficulties ahead of its October launch, with early output expected to be limited. A person said to be close to Foxconn's supply chain told China's Jiemian News that final assembly yields for Apple's first foldable iPhone were only slightly above 60% as of September 17. The source said that, under Apple's current quality standards, it could take another six months to a year for the assembly line to reach a mature yield.
Apple Foldable iPhone Could Change Smartphones Forever
Apple Just Entered the Foldable War. Gurman Says Its New iPhone Could Transform the Market
CNBC Daily Open: 'Welcome to Foldables' Samsung roasts Apple for being late to party
Samsung trolls Apple's foldable debut; oil back above $100, pushing the Fed toward a hike next week.
Test Driving an iPhone Duo? 6 Things to Try at the Apple Store
Apple's first foldable has a lot going for it, but there may be some compromises you aren't expecting. See for yourself if the Duo is for you.
Apple’s foldable iPhone poses a $1,999 question: Who is it for?
Apple's new foldable iPhone launched on Wednesday with impressive features and a premium price tag, starting at $1,999 in the U.S. market. But some observers in the packed room at the launch event in Cupertino, California, were left questioning its appeal beyond wealthy tech enthusiasts.
Apple CEO John Ternus on Early Foldables: 'Kind of Cheap and Crappy'
In a recent interview with TIME, Apple CEO John Ternus described some early foldable smartphones as feeling "kind of cheap and crappy". Samsung released its first foldable in 2019, but Apple opted to take its time and has now developed the iPhone Duo with a premium design and a barely-noticeable display crease.
It's official: Samsung's next foldable phone is coming soon
Samsung has already launched three foldable phones in 2026, but the company has confirmed that one more device is coming next week.
Samsung says the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is more popular than ever thanks to iPhone Duo
Apple’s debut in the foldable market was always going to have an impact on Android foldables, with many brands having...
iPhone Duo vs. Pixel 11 Pro Fold: 2 Durable Foldables Face Off
Apple's and Google's phones are both rated for dust and water resistance. Here's how they compare when it comes to other features such as cameras, battery life and displays.
Samsung Finds Another Guy Named Tim Cook To Promote Galaxy Z Fold 8
With a cheeky new ad trolling rival Apple just as it released its new foldable iPhone Duo, rival Samsung can now honestly say Tim Cook has chosen a Galaxy device.
iPhone Duo vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Apple's and Samsung's Premium Foldables Compared
From durability to cameras and battery life, here's how the premium foldable phones stack up.
Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales
Searches for Samsung foldables just happened to skyrocket following iPhone Duo unveiling.
Everything Apple announced at its fall iPhone event, from the foldable iPhone Duo to an always-listening Apple Watch
The main event was the tech giant's highly anticipated first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo.
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.
ESR's iPhone accessory lineup is ready for Apple's foldable era
ESR's new lineup covers the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 with a vegan leather Flex Stand case, Armorite screen protection, and CryoBoost charging.
iPhone 18 Pro Models and iPhone Duo Feature Apple's New C2 Modem
Apple today unveiled new iPhone 18 Pro models and the iPhone Duo – the company's first foldable iPhone – and all three devices feature Apple's new custom-designed C2 modem for 5G connectivity. Prior to today's announcements, there was speculation that Apple's C2 in-house modem would not support mmWave 5G in the U.S., and that the company would once again rely on Qualcomm to fill the gap for American carriers. Apparently, that's not the case.
iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Off to a Muted Start, Analyst Says
Initial wait times for Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models in the pre-order phase are "lukewarm," according to GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu, who has subsequently trimmed his production estimates for both the company's Pro lineup and the foldable iPhone Duo. iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders opened on September 12 in the U.S.
Apple Announces iPhone Duo Apps Can Now Be Submitted to App Store
Apple today announced that apps optimized for the iPhone Duo can now be submitted for App Store approval, ahead of the foldable device launching on Friday, October 23. While existing App Store apps will automatically run on the iPhone Duo, only apps built with the iOS 27.1 SDK or later can dynamically resize to fill the entire space of the inner display, whereas unoptimized apps will have black borders.
Tesla Launches New App for iPad and iPhone Duo
The Tesla app now has a dedicated big-screen layout with a car-style visualization, Show PSI button, side-by-side menus for tablets and foldables, and more
Deals: iPhone 18 Pros launch, refurbished iPhone 17 Pros are expensive, Galaxy Z8 foldables discounted
A refurbished 17 Pro Max costs as much as when it was new. The iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max went on sale this week in the US, along with 64 other countries...
12 New Things to Expect From Apple This October
October will be an especially busy month for Apple this year, with the company set to release the iPhone Duo, both iOS 27.1 and iOS 27.2, and a new Mac Studio configuration with 512GB of RAM. In addition, up to six more Apple products may be unveiled next month, such as new iPad mini, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K models. Below, we have outlined 12 new things to expect from Apple this October. Confirmed iPhone Duo: The foldable iPhone Duo launches on Friday, October 23.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: 7 ways to make the most of its wider foldable design
Here are seven ways to make the most of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8’s wider design, from multitasking and photography to entertainment and hands-free viewing.
iPhone Duo is Missing These 10 iPhone 18 Pro Features
While the iPhone Duo is the first foldable iPhone ever and has some unique features like Duo FaceTime and forthcoming Apple Pencil support, the device lacks some other features available on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Below, we have listed 10 features that are missing on the iPhone Duo: A dedicated Telephoto camera with up to 8× optical zoom. Instead, the iPhone Duo's main 48-megapixel Fusion camera has "optical-quality" 2× zoom.
Why the iPhone Duo could be beneficial for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8
Even if you aren't interested in foldable phones, the iPhone Duo's introduction could have positive effects on the smartphone market overall.
My iPhone 18 Pro Max just got delivered and I immediately regret the purchase — and I think iPhone Duo is to blame
The iPhone 18 Pro Max isn't nearly as exciting as its foldable counterpart
Vivo’s X Fold 6 accidentally feels like a throwback
The tall, square-ish foldable is now launching internationally, after releasing in China this summer.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Review: Iteration Overshadowed By Innovation
Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8 might be the best clamshell foldable smartphone on the market for the money, but it's just not much of an upgrade over the Z Flip 7.
Your iPhone Duo Is a Big Investment—Here’s How To Keep It Protected and Powered, Anywhere
If you're buying Apple's first foldable, you need the best accessories for it.
Apple’s big goal after foldable iPhone
The first critical step for new CEO John Ternus be to make AI an everyday reality on its devices
Apple’s foldable iPhone poses a $1,999 question: Who is it for?
Apple's new foldable iPhone launched on Wednesday with impressive features and a premium price tag, starting at $1,999 in the U.S. market. But some observers in the packed room at the launch event in Cupertino, California, were left questioning its appeal beyond wealthy tech enthusiasts.
The iPhone Duo enters China’s crowded foldable market — and faces a price test
Chinese netizens focused on the price of Apple’s iPhone Duo, as cheaper Xiaomi and Huawei foldables raise value comparisons and muddle the foldable's reception.
Apple on wide Android foldables beating iPhone Duo; ‘they got the aspect ratio’
If it feels like it’s been a quiet week for Android news, it’s not just because Monday was a holiday...
Galaxy S27 series case image adds weight to earlier design leaks
Previous leaks about Samsung’s next flagship non-foldable smartphones, the Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27+, Galaxy S27 Pro, and Galaxy S27 Ultra, have revealed renders
Apple blames ‘extraordinary’ demand as foldable iPhones sell out
Deliveries of the $2,000 Duo slip to 2027 within hours of going on sale
Best T-Mobile Samsung Fold Deal September 2026: Get Free Z Fold8 Phone
For a limited time, T-Mobile will cover the cost of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with a trade-in on a qualifying line. Get the foldable phone deal here.
This Is Why You Don't Peel Off the iPhone Duo's Matte Screen Layer
A viral video shows how the iPhone Duo's nano-texture layer makes the foldable screen much more pleasant to look at than Android foldables.
Here are the iPhone 18 Pro (Max) and iPhone Duo offers from Apple and the big US carriers
Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max start tomorrow, while the foldable iPhone Duo won't be available until late October.
MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: Amazon listening device, foldable iPhone, Anthropic revenue
New AI listening devices from Amazon, preorders for the foldable iPhone, and Anthropic revenue. Here's the Morning Business Report for Oct. 16.
Apple nailed iPhone Duo split screen, even as iPad multitasking feels convoluted
Apple this week unveiled its new iPhone lineup, including the first ever foldable iPhone – the iPhone Duo. While the...
No, No, No—Don't Peel the Nano-Texture Layer off the iPhone Duo's Inner Screen
Don't be the idiot who breaks their $2,000 foldable iPhone because they listened to some 'experts' on social media.
Here's how the iPhone Duo compares to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
CNET has a series of pieces comparing the iPhone Duo to three current Android foldables. While it’s a little frustrating...
iPhone Duo 2 Prototypes Include Under-Display Face ID
Apple's second-generation iPhone Duo could gain Face ID, with prototypes already incorporating the technology beneath the outer display, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest episode of his "Power On" podcast, Gurman described Apple's work on adding facial authentication technology to its foldable iPhone. The company is said to be testing the hardware for a successor expected next fall, but has not finalized whether the feature will ship.
Motorola's wide foldable now has a name and its specs are out
We also get two concept shots of its colors to look at. Earlier this month, some sketches leaked purporting to show Motorola’s upcoming wide foldable,...
Apple's Foldable Duo Represents 'Notable Form-Factor Change' for iPhone Lineup, UBS Says
Apple (AAPL) new foldable iPhone represents a "notable form-factor change" for the iPhone lineup, wh
Rapper Santy Sharma Makes Viral Joke And Meme About The New iPhone Duo’s Insane Price Tag
After Apple announced the iPhone Duo, it's first foldable phone, Indian rapper Santy Sharma posted an AI-generated image of himself holding the smartphone and a scar on his stomach, implying he would ...
Apple makes biggest change to iPhone release cadence in 7 years in Ternus' first showcase as CEO
In John Ternus' first launch event as CEO, Apple announced its first foldable phone and the iPhone 18 Pro.
Analysts split on Apple after foldable iPhone Duo debut
Investing.com -- Analysts offered a mixed verdict on Apple's "Surprise and Shine" event, where new chief executive John Ternus unveiled the company's first foldable iPhone, the Duo, priced at $1,999.
Galaxy S25 and older models finally have a One UI 9 rollout date
The Galaxy S25 series and Samsung’s 2025 foldables are set to get One UI 9 on September 28, with older models following later.
Online Apple Store goes down ahead of iPhone Duo pre-orders
The online version of the Apple Store has gone temporarily offline, all in preparation for the opening of pre-orders for the iPhone Duo, Apple's first-ever foldable iPhone.
Apple announcement recap: new foldable iPhone, Watch, and AirPods
Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, unveiled the next generation of iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods during Wednesday's Surprise and Shine event.
I studied the iPhone Duo and Galaxy Z Fold 8 for a week. 5 reasons I only want Samsung's phone
The iPhone Duo is an impressive first foldable, but I'd still buy the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Here are five reasons Samsung wins for me.
iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max Buyer's Guide
Apple recently unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, featuring a new Main camera with a variable aperture, new Pro camera controls, the A20 Pro chip, and more. With the foldable iPhone Duo now sitting above them in the lineup, the two Pro models are no longer the most expensive iPhones Apple sells, but they remain the most fully-featured traditional iPhones available. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 and the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299.
Samsung Leak Claims 6 Galaxy Z Foldables for 2027
A leak claims Samsung could launch 6 Galaxy Z foldables in 2027, including a rollable Z Slide and a 3-tier Fold 9 line. Here is what is confirmed.