Owning Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo means rethinking your accessories. The device measures 164.6 by 117.8 by 5.2 mm unfolded and 84.1 by 117.8 by 11.3 mm folded, far from traditional iPhone dimensions. Apple's dimensional drawings explain why older cases, mechanical car mounts, most lens accessories and many screen protectors will not fit.
Some accessories still work. USB-C peripherals and most wireless chargers remain compatible, and existing MagSafe and Qi2 chargers should generally work. MagSafe accessories may overlap the device or hang off the edges, though, so manufacturers must create new MagSafe wallets and batteries for the new design. Magnetic MagSafe or Qi2 car mounts should generally work, while mechanical mounts depend on whether their grips can accommodate the phone.
New cases are emerging. ESR's vegan leather magnetic case protects the hinge and includes a kickstand that doubles as a lens protector. Mous offers a thin aramid case that adds just 1.7 mm to the Duo's 11.3 mm maximum thickness, though it lacks hinge protection. Spigen's cases use the folding mechanism as a stand, while its Armor case offers more robust protection.
Screen protection requires care. Traditional tempered glass will crack when the phone is folded, so buyers should seek flexible TPU or PET film protectors designed for the foldable. Apple also promises a future update allowing the USB-C Apple Pencil to work with the Duo.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing