It's no secret that Apple is taking its first foray into foldables this week with the new iPhone Duo.
The tech giant is releasing the device featuring an entirely new bitesize design that "redefines what it means to use a foldable phone”, according to John Ternus, Apple’s CEO.
The phone features Apple's thinnest size yet with a 7.6-inch inner display that snaps closed into a 5.4-inch outer display. Much like its estranged cousins, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Google Pixel Pro Fold, the foldable phones "offer all the benefits of a tablet with the portability of a smartphone: from the large screen to their multitasking ability, but pocketable and with great smartphone-level cameras", as per Samsung.
However, according to Apple, this new version goes a step further. “With the largest display ever on iPhone that still fits easily in your pocket, combined with the power of A20 Pro, iPhone Duo helps you stay more immersed and productive wherever you go, whether you’re enjoying content, multitasking across apps, or gaming.”
So, if you're looking to get your hands on this revolutionary new model, read on to find out the exact date and time of its release, plus all the steps you need to take before you buy.
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- iPhone Duo UK release time
- iPhone Duo UK price
- Will there be enough stock for the iPhone Duo?
- Which UK retailers will sell the iPhone Duo?
- How to get ready for the iPhone Duo pre-order
What is the iPhone Duo UK release time?
The iPhone Duo will be available for pre-order from 1pm BST (British Summer Time) on Friday 16 October.
The device will then be available for general sale from 23 October.
What is the iPhone Duo UK price?
The iPhone Duo starts at £1,999 or £66.63 per month for the 256GB model. This is considerably more than its last high-priced phone, the iPhone 18 Pro Max, which starts at £1,299.
The full price breakdown is as follows:
- 256GB | £1,999 or £66.63 per month
- 512GB | £2,199 or £73.30 per month
- 1TB | £2,599 or £86.63 per month
- 2TB | £3,199 or £106.63 per month
Will there be enough stock for the iPhone Duo?
Reports in Tech Times suggest that Apple has already had to increase its production orders for the iPhone Duo by 30% due to the high levels of interest. The company could be producing as many as 10 million units by the end of 2026.
So, if interest is this high then you might need to be prepared for stock running low. In that case, we'd suggest keeping an eye on some of the mobile networks selling the phone as well as smaller retailers like Sky and Currys, as they'll be likely to have stock for longer.
We'll also be providing live updates so be sure to bookmark this page to keep an eye on stock.
Which UK retailers will sell the iPhone Duo?
You can buy the iPhone Duo via the official Apple website, and you can even get ready for pre-order now by inputting your bank details and Apple ID into the iPhone Duo webpage. Otherwise the device will be available at a ton of UK tech retailers and mobile networks.
Where can I buy the iPhone Duo outright?
You will be able to buy the iPhone Duo outright at the following UK retailers:
Where can I buy the iPhone Duo on contract?
For contracts, here's where you'll be able to buy the iPhone:
How to get ready for the iPhone Duo pre-order
Apple is allowing customers to get ready for the iPhone pre-order now. Simply head over to the iPhone Duo webpage on the official Apple website and select one of the Duo colourways. Then, scroll down and select from the various prompts (e.g. storage size, Apple Care etc.) before you get to the button that says 'Get ready for pre-order.'
You'll then be taken to a new page where you'll need to input your Apple ID and select your payment details. Then, on Friday, all you'll have to do is go to your bag on the Apple website and complete your order.
If you're keen to avoid the stress, you can always get the iPhone 18 Pro Max instead.
For more information about the latest model, check out our iPhone 18 Pro Max live UK stock updates.