Apple has acknowledged reports of inner display cracking on a small number of iPhone Duo units. The issue, reported by Ars Technica and others, involves cracks along the hinge just days after launch. Affected users are urged to contact Apple Care for replacements.
Reports suggest a defective hinge is causing pressure on the screen, leading to bright lines and dead pixels along the crease. Multiple photos and videos on social media platforms like X and TikTok show the same damage pattern. While foldable hinge issues are common, the timing of these failures is unusual.
Engadget has reached out to Apple for clarification on the number of impacted devices. Apple states its testing shows over 55,000 successful folds on review units, though some early units appear defective.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing