Apple releases first foldable iPhone amid supply constraints
Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, facing significant supply shortages that have pushed online delivery estimates into early 2025.
Apple officially launched the iPhone Duo today, marking the company’s first entry into the foldable smartphone segment. The release has been characterized by substantial consumer demand that has outpaced current manufacturing capacity.
Customers attempting to order the device through Apple’s online portal currently face estimated shipping dates as late as January 2025. In response to the supply shortfall, Apple has allocated limited stock to physical retail locations across select global markets, though inventory levels are expected to remain volatile.
The company suggests that customers seeking the device sooner should monitor its website for daily in-store pickup availability. Meanwhile, regional mobile carriers may offer an alternative, though stock remains limited and tied to service contracts.