Apple says demand for the iPhone Duo was "extraordinary," and while inventory is expected to be low, some reports claim Apple Stores will have none in stock when pre-orders deliver on Friday.
Apple typically does not disclose how many units of a new iPhone model it has ready for pre-order day. Multiple reports indicate that manufacturing issues meant the iPhone Duo was in short supply from the start, yet it still sold out in mere moments after pre-orders began.
In a carefully worded statement sent to AppleInsider and other outlets, Apple said: "The pre-order demand for iPhone Duo, our first foldable iPhone, has been nothing short of extraordinary. We are working hard to get this revolutionary new product into customers' hands as quickly as possible, and we will continue accepting orders online." The company added that its teams look forward to welcoming customers at Apple Stores worldwide.
The iPhone Duo can still be pre-ordered, but the estimated shipping date has slipped to around January 25, 2027, beyond the original October 23, 2026 date. The online order-and-pick-up option has been removed, replaced by a notice to check back for availability on 10.24, the day after the device was meant to reach stores. MacRumors reports that Apple Store staff have been told to expect no stock, while CNBC reports Apple refuses to confirm. Stores in a sample across the US, Europe and China are opening early that day, though this may also be tied to scheduled pre-order pickups.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing