Apple has released its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, announced by new CEO John Ternus. The device starts at £1,999, with a 2TB storage version priced at £3,000.
The iPhone Duo has a 7.6-inch display that is 50 per cent larger than the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a nano-texture surface that reduces glare. A USB-C Pencil will work with the device in a few months, which could make signing documents, annotating PDFs and writing notes easier for those with reduced dexterity.
Writing for City AM, Paul Armstrong said the iPhone Duo may appeal to older users even though it is not marketed to them. He noted that 90 per cent of over-50s have a smartphone, and that the device's larger screen and Pencil support could suit seniors. He also said marketing the iPhone Duo explicitly as a senior device would probably make it less attractive to seniors.
Armstrong added that the device is heavier and thicker when folded than conventional smartphones, which could be a drawback for anyone with reduced grip strength, arthritis or tremors.