Apple opens iPhone Duo pre‑order window
Apple will let customers begin preparing an iPhone Duo pre‑order from Monday, October 12, with official pre‑orders opening on Friday, October 16 at 5 a.m. PT.
Key points
- Pre‑orders open on October 16 at 5 a.m. PT; preparation starts October 12.
- iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 and will ship to stores on October 23.
- In India, pre‑orders begin October 16 at 5:30 p.m. IST and sales start October 23.
- Available in Star White and Night Sky finishes; 5.4‑inch external and 7.6‑inch internal folding display.
- Apple hosted a private “Welcome home” event in New York City on October 13 for selected media and creators.
Apple will let customers begin preparing an iPhone Duo pre‑order from Monday, October 12.
The preparation window lets buyers select configuration, confirm payment and delivery details before orders go live.
Pre‑Order Timeline
Official pre‑orders open on Friday, October 16 at 5 a.m. PT (1 p.m. UK time).
Apple says iPhone Duo starts at $1,999.
The first devices are scheduled to arrive in stores on Friday, October 23.
Indian Market Details
In India, pre‑orders begin on October 16 at 5:30 p.m. IST and the phone will be available for sale on October 23.
Indian pricing starts at Rs 2,99,900 for the 256 GB model, with higher‑capacity variants listed at Rs 3,24,900 (512 GB), Rs 3,74,900 (1 TB) and Rs 4,49,900 (2 TB).
Pre‑orders are accepted through Apple’s online store and participating retail partners.
Customers can choose between Star White and Night Sky finishes.
Device Overview
The iPhone Duo features a 5.4‑inch external display and a 7.6‑inch internal folding screen, powered by Apple’s A20 Pro chip and running iOS 27.
It includes a dual 48 MP rear camera system, titanium construction, a dual‑battery system and vapor‑chamber cooling.
Media Event
Apple invited selected media and creators to a private “Welcome home” experience in New York City on Tuesday, October 13 at 9 a.m. ET.
The gathering is described as an “experience” rather than a conventional keynote.
Your questions, answered
When does the iPhone Duo pre‑order window begin?
Customers can begin preparing pre‑orders on Monday, October 12.
What are the launch dates for the iPhone Duo?
Pre‑orders open on Friday, October 16, and the first devices arrive in stores on Friday, October 23.
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