【Apple】Finally, the foldable type has arrived! Exploring the price and durability of the 7.6-inch “iPhone Duo.”

Since buying the "iPhone 4S" in 2011, the author has been a "devotee of Apple." This year, marking the 15th year of using the series, Apple has finally announced its first foldable model, the "iPhone Duo." It seems that there are more differences than meet the eye. Let's take a closer look at the price, durability, and AI features.

【iPhone Duo】It's not just "foldable," that's impressive!

The "iPhone Duo," which will be Apple's first foldable iPhone. While it features a 7.6-inch display, the largest in iPhone history, it achieves a compact size that fits neatly in your pocket when folded. This alone is innovative, but it’s impressive that it’s not just about a bigger screen.

With a new hinge mechanism, A20 Pro chip, dual batteries, and support for iOS 27, it has been redesigned from both hardware and software perspectives with "folding" in mind.

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Internally, it is equipped with the same A20 Pro chip as the iPhone 18 Pro series. Additionally, it employs a thermal management system using a custom vapor chamber, achieving up to 35% higher performance sustainability compared to the iPhone 17 Pro.

The 6-core CPU is up to 20% faster than the A19 Pro. The 7-core GPU is up to 40% faster, and the Neural Engine, which handles AI processing, has also been significantly enhanced. This seems to be a device that can handle gaming, multitasking, and AI processing very smoothly.

Up to 7.6 inches! Once opened, the iPhone transforms into a large screen.

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What stands out the most is the display.

The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR inner display when opened. This is said to be 50% larger in display area than the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Watching videos, checking photos, playing games. Of course, this large screen also benefits when using multiple apps for work.

On the other hand, when folded, it has a 5.4-inch outer display. Even in this state, it corresponds to 90% of the screen area of the iPhone 18 Pro, so there seems to be no concern about it being "too small to use" when closed.

Moreover, the two displays adopt the same aspect ratio. Whether folded or opened, the display of content transitions naturally. This attention to detail is very much in line with Apple's style.

Exceptional durability with Grade 5 titanium

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One concern with foldable devices is durability, but there is certainly no oversight here. While employing Grade 5 titanium for the body, it boasts a sophisticated design with a mirror finish. The front Ceramic Shield 2 has three times the scratch-resistant performance compared to previous models, and the back is also well-protected by Ceramic Shield.

With IP68 rating for splash resistance, water resistance, and dust resistance, it's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The hinge that supports the center of the display is made up of over 100 parts, providing a smooth and pleasant user experience. It has successfully dispelled the image that "foldables seem fragile."

The camera is serious too! Equipped with a 48MP Fusion camera

The iPhone Duo features a 48MP Fusion ultra-wide camera. With a wide field of view and unique angles, it captures beautiful details. Source: Apple.

The camera is also an indispensable point. The iPhone Duo is equipped with a 48MP Fusion main camera. In addition to supporting high-resolution shooting up to 48MP, it defaults to 24MP shooting, considering the balance between image quality and file size.

Additionally, it supports optical quality 2x zoom. With the 48MP Fusion ultra-wide camera also included, it can handle a wide range of photography, from expansive landscapes to close-up shots of subjects, all in one device.

What caught my attention is the unique way to enjoy the foldable design. By utilizing both the folded and unfolded states of the device, it seems possible to shoot from angles different from previous iPhones. The idea of not just "holding" the smartphone, but also "placing it for use" is likely to expand.<

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Another essential topic when discussing the future of iPhone is "AI." The iPhone Duo supports a new "Siri AI" that utilizes Apple Intelligence. It can search for necessary information from messages, emails, photos, and recognize content on the screen to execute related actions.

Above all, being able to use this on a 7.6-inch large screen is the best. Moving from "talking to your smartphone" to a more personal assistant. It can be said that it has evolved as a device for using AI.

The price of interest is approximately 365,000 yen

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The iPhone Duo is available in four capacities: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB. The price of interest starts at 364,800 yen for the 256GB model.

It is definitely not cheap. However, if you consider it as a “serious gadget that can both play and work,” its value is unparalleled. Pre-orders will begin at 9 PM on October 16, with a release scheduled for October 23. I am eagerly awaiting the day I can get my hands on the evolved iPhone.

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