iPhone Duo screen repair costs approach price of new device
Apple's published repair costs for the iPhone Duo without AppleCare Plus reveal high expenses for the folding screen. Inner display repair is priced at $999.
Apple has released estimated repair costs for its new iPhone Duo folding phone, revealing significant expenses for users without AppleCare Plus insurance. The most costly repair, the inner display, is priced at $999, nearing the cost of a new device.
Other substantial repair expenses include damage to both the outer display and back glass for $509, and repair of the outer display alone for $379. Battery service without insurance is set at $229, the same price as repairing the rear camera.
The cheapest repair listed is for cover layer damage at $49, while back glass damage costs $199. A general "other damage" category is priced at $1499.
These costs highlight the potential financial burden of repairs for folding phones, emphasizing the value of extended warranty plans like AppleCare Plus for such complex devices.