Apple has described pre-order demand for the iPhone Duo as “nothing short of extraordinary,” as shipping estimates rapidly slipped into early 2025. Within hours of opening, delivery dates moved from late October to November, December, and eventually January. In Brazil, some orders are now estimated for early February.
The swift depletion of inventory surprised many, despite warnings of limited supply. Apple stated it is working to fulfill orders as quickly as possible and continues accepting online orders. Meanwhile, scalpers on eBay and X have begun listing the device for up to $10,000, drawing criticism over Apple’s order management.
Some consumers and analysts have called on the company to identify and cancel speculative purchases. The situation highlights intense demand and ongoing challenges in meeting launch-day availability for new Apple products.
Source: 9to5Mac · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing