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Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The VergePart OfAll the news from Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ eventsee all updates Brad BourqueCloseBrad BourquePosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Brad Bourque is a tech journalist and commerce writer based out of Portland, Oregon. He’s contributed to sites like Digital Trends, Business Insider, and WIRED.Apple’s foldable phone is finally here — well, almost. The iPhone Duo, coming October 23rd, follows in the footsteps of past folding devices from Android phone makers like Samsung, OnePlus, and Google, with a $1,999 price tag that sits just above the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 8.While its hardware bears similarities to its competitors, the iPhone Duo is one of a few models that takes a passport-like approach. The aspect ratio is the same on the inside and outside screens, and it’s even usable with some apps while partially folded. The interior screen has a special outer layer, which along with its hinge design, makes the interior crease almost impossible to spot (something that many competitors struggle to do, though Samsung and Oppo are making fantastic progress).RelatedHow the new Apple Watches compare to the last-gen modelsVerge staffers react to the iPhone Duo: What we love and don’t loveWe got a chance to spend some time with the iPhone Duo at Apple’s “Surprise and shine” event, so our hands-on is a great place to start if you want to learn more about how it actually feels to use. We’ll be continuing to cover the phone as we get closer to launch, so make sure to stay tuned for our full review down the road.Comparing specs between foldables from Apple and Android makers becomes an apples versus oranges ordeal, just like comparing slab-style phones. However, we think it’s still useful to present all the specs from the iPhone Duo’s most similar competitors.Apple iPhone Duo vs. Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8CategoryApple iPhone DuoGoogle Pixel 11 Pro FoldGalaxy Z Fold 8OSiOS 27Android 17Android 17Main display7.6-inch wide-angle OLED8-inch OLED7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLEDMain display resolution1878 x 26702076 x 21521848 x 2448Main refresh rateUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUp to 120HzCover display5.4-inch OLED6.5-inch OLED5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLEDCover display resolution1398 x 20341080 x 23421248 x 1972Cover display refresh rateUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUnfolded dimensions (mm)117.8 x 164.6 x 5.2155.2 x 150.4 x 5123.9 x 161.4 x 4.5Folded dimensions (mm)117.8 x 84.1 x 11.3155.2 x 76 x 10.1123.9 x 81.9 x 9.7Weight254 grams239 grams201 gramsBatteryUp to 24 hours4,750mAh4,800mAhProcessorA20 ProGoogle Tensor G6 custom chipsetSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyRAMNot shared16GB12GB, 16GB (1TB storage model only)Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB256GB, 512GB, 1TB256GB, 512GB, 1TB (16GB RAM model only)Rear cameraMain: 48MP / Ultrawide: 48MPWide: 48MP / Ultrawide: 10.5MP / Telephoto: 10.8MPWide: 50MP / Ultrawide: 50MPSelfie cameraCover: 12MPMain: 10MP / Cover: 10MPMain: 10MP / Cover: 10MPMain videoUp to 4K at 120fpsUp to 4K at 60fpsUp to 8K at 30fpsSelfie videoUp to 4K at 60fpsUp to 4K at 60fpsMain: FHD at 60fps / Cover: 4K at 60fpsWater and dust protectionIP68IP68IP48ConnectivityLTE / Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 6 / 5g (mmWave, Sub 6GHz)Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 6 / LTE / 5G (mmWave, Sub 6GHz)LTE / 5G (Sub 6GHz, mmWave) / Wi-Fi 7 / UWB / Bluetooth 6.0Wired charging40W30W45WWireless charging25W25W20WColorsStar white, night skyOlive, obsidianLavender, graphite, cream, pistachio (online)Starting price$1,999$1,899$1,899.99Verge ShoppingSign up to get the best deals on products we’ve found and tested sent to your inbox.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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The launch of the iPhone Duo establishes Apple's entry into the foldable market, positioning it against established folding phones from Android manufacturers such as Samsung, OnePlus, and Google. This device is priced at $1,999 and occupies a competitive niche just above devices like the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

A key differentiator for the iPhone Duo is its physical design, which incorporates a passport-style folding hinge. This design allows for the use of the device with some applications running while partially folded, and the interior screen features a special outer layer and hinge mechanism aimed at mitigating the visibility of the crease, a challenge that competitors like Samsung and Oppo are also addressing.

When comparing the technical specifications across the foldable market, the iPhone Duo contrasts with its Android counterparts in operating system, display technology, physical dimensions, and processing power. For instance, the iPhone Duo runs on iOS 27, whereas the comparison models utilize Android 17. Display specifications show the iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch wide-angle OLED display, while the Pixel 11 Pro Fold uses an 8-inch OLED and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 features a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED.

The physical dimensions and weight also illustrate differences; the unfolded dimensions of the iPhone Duo are 117.8 by 164.6 by 5.2 millimeters, weighing 254 grams, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 8's unfolded dimensions of 39 by 161.4 by 4.5 millimeters with a weight of 239 grams. The folded dimensions are also comparative, with the iPhone Duo measuring 117.8 by 84.1 by 11.3 millimeters, whereas the Galaxy Z Fold 8 folds down to 81.9 by 9.7 millimeters.

In terms of internal specifications, the iPhone Duo is powered by the A20 Pro custom chipset, while the Pixel 11 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G6, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 leverages the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Memory configurations vary, with the iPhone Duo being offered with 16GB of RAM, while the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 are available with 12GB or 16GB of RAM, depending on the storage model, and offer storage options up to 2TB. The camera systems also exhibit variation; the iPhone Duo features a 48-megapixel main sensor, alongside 48-megapixel ultrawide and 48-megapixel wide lenses, while the Pixel 11 Pro Fold features a 50-megapixel wide lens and a 10.5-megapixel ultrawide, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a 50-megapixel wide lens and a 10.8-megapixel telephoto lens.

Connectivity and charging capabilities also show distinctions, with the iPhone Duo supporting Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and 5G (mmWave, Sub 6GHz), and featuring 40W wired charging and 25W wireless charging. The other devices incorporate similar high-end features, including Wi-Fi 7 and 5G capabilities, alongside varying power delivery and sensor configurations, demonstrating how Apple positions its hardware against the competitive landscape of folding smartphones.