Apple unveils iPhone Duo with foldable design and new multitasking features
Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo, arriving in October, adds a foldable screen and software tweaks that let two apps run side-by-side, plus Apple Pencil support.
Apple plans to launch the iPhone Duo, its inaugural foldable phone, in October. The device folds in half, revealing an inner screen that can host two apps side-by-side, a capability previously limited to iPads. The operating system has been adjusted: the status bar moves to the right edge, the Dock and Dynamic Island share that space, and the Home Screen can remain visible while another app runs.
Apple Pencil functionality is now available on the iPhone, and the hinge awareness shifts interactive elements away from the crease. Camera innovations include AI-driven Smart Take, an external-screen preview for selfies, and a Kid Cue mode that displays an animation to attract children's attention. While the Duo omits premium features like the variable-aperture lens of the iPhone 18 Pro, it offers a unique blend of foldable hardware and tailored software.
Why it matters
The iPhone Duo marks Apple's entry into foldable phones, introducing new multitasking and camera capabilities for consumers.
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