iPhone Duo's inner screen breaks in early units, Apple offers warranty fix
Apple's iPhone Duo foldable phone is breaking along the inner display, affecting a small number of units launched Friday.
Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, launched Friday at $1,999 and up, but early buyers reported a serious problem: the inner screen cracks, showing bright lines from the hinge. Apple confirmed Monday it knows about the defect and will replace affected phones free under AppleCare.
The fix costs $999 if you're out of warranty. Repair experts at iFixit believe the hinge design is too fragile.
It has dozens of tiny parts inside. Even dust can damage the delicate display.
- $1,999 and up
- iPhone Duo price
- $999
- Out-of-warranty repair cost
- Dozens of parts
- Hinge parts count
Why it mattersA major flaw in a flagship phone at launch raises questions about Apple's quality checks for complex new hardware.
AustraliaAustralian customers buying the expensive new iPhone Duo should know about the display issue and Apple's warranty coverage before deciding whether to upgrade.
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