Apple’s first foldable, the iPhone Duo, was used as our primary smartphone for five days and delivers notable strengths alongside clear compromises. Its excellent displays, impressive battery life and the A20 Pro’s performance stand out, while the absence of Face ID, no dedicated telephoto camera and third‑party app optimisation that still needs work are important drawbacks. The device is priced at Rs 2,99,900.
iPhone Duo: Key strengths
The iPhone Duo’s displays are described as excellent. Battery life impressed over a five‑day evaluation period as the phone served as the primary device. Performance is driven by the A20 Pro, which is cited as a strong point.
Notable compromises
The iPhone Duo lacks Face ID. It also does not include a dedicated telephoto camera. Third‑party app optimisation remains an issue and requires further work.
Price and takeaway
At a price of Rs 2,99,900, the iPhone Duo presents a mix of compelling hardware strengths and tangible compromises; the decision to buy will depend on how buyers weigh the excellent displays, battery life and A20 Pro performance against the missing Face ID, no dedicated telephoto lens and ongoing third‑party app optimisation challenges.
