Cracked Screens Reported on Apple's New Foldable iPhone Duo
Apple acknowledges a display issue affecting a small number of its $1,999 foldable iPhone Duo units after owners report cracks on social media.
Apple has confirmed a display problem affecting a limited number of its newly launched iPhone Duo, the company's first foldable handset, after users began posting reports of cracked screens on Reddit and other social media platforms shortly after the device went on general sale globally last Friday.
The Cupertino-based tech giant characterized the scope as a "small number" of affected units, stopping short of issuing a formal recall or providing details on the underlying cause. The iPhone Duo, which starts at $1,999 in the United States and £1,499 in the United Kingdom, represents Apple's long-awaited entry into the foldable smartphone segment.
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Experts cautioned against drawing broad conclusions from the reports, noting that the volume of documented cases remains too low to determine whether the cracking reflects a systemic manufacturing defect or isolated incidents. Foldable devices across the industry have historically faced scrutiny over display durability, given the mechanical stress placed on flexible screens through repeated folding.
The situation is likely to draw heightened attention given the handset's premium price point and the reputational stakes surrounding Apple's debut in the foldable category. How the company responds — whether through replacements, a formal advisory, or a design revision — could shape early consumer confidence in the product line.
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