Apple iPhone Duo
Exact average 81.6 · all scores printed by the outlets
Image: Apple8 professional reviewers tested the Apple iPhone Duo, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and design. Most common complaint: software and app.
Reviewed by TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Engadget and 5 more
The catch: It is heavy and very expensive, and many apps are not yet optimized.
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What 8 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 95TechRadar
The foldable Apple fans have wanted, an iPhone with tablet-like abilities that mostly works well.
Read TechRadar review - 90Tom's Guide
The best-designed foldable yet with polished software, worth the price versus rivals.
Read Tom's Guide review - 88Engadget
A polished first foldable with slick design, strong battery and cameras, held back mainly by weight, price and app optimization.
Read Engadget review - 80ZDNET
An ambitious and refined foldable that earns an Editors' Choice, but most people should not buy it yet given the price and cameras.
Read ZDNET review - 80Tech Advisor
A remarkable first attempt with gorgeous design, a crease-hiding matte screen and smooth software, but dropping Face ID and a weaker camera for the price are drawbacks.
Read Tech Advisor review - 80The Disconnekt
A polished first foldable from Apple with excellent build, a matte inner screen and slick software.
Read The Disconnekt review - 70WIRED
Polished hardware and clever multitasking, but weight and unoptimized apps suggest waiting a few months or for the next version.
Read WIRED review - 70The Verge
A fascinating but messy first-generation foldable that is expensive and frustrating at times.
Read The Verge review
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Common questions
Is the Apple iPhone Duo worth it?
Most critics think so: 6 of 8 recommend it. It is heavy and very expensive, and many apps are not yet optimized.
Do critics agree about the Apple iPhone Duo?
Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (WIRED) to 95 (TechRadar), a spread of 25 points across 8 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Apple iPhone Duo?
Software and app (5 of 8 reviews), Price (5 of 8 reviews), Size and weight (2 of 8 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.