The first iPhone Duo teardown videos from REWA Technology and Phone Repair Guru have revealed key internal details of Apple's upcoming device. iPhone Duo features two removable battery cells totaling 4,883 mAh, utilizing electrically-activated adhesive for cell replacement. The larger battery cell is rated at 2,962 mAh (11.56 Wh), while the smaller unit is 1,921 mAh (7.5 Wh). REWA Technology's video includes a labeled breakdown of the logic board, highlighting Apple's A20 Pro chip and C2 cellular modem.
Phone Repair Guru noted the Touch ID button is removable but difficult to repair, and revealed a completely modular USB-C charging port. The device is eSIM-only worldwide. iFixit is expected to publish a comprehensive teardown in the coming days. In related news, Apple has published an official repair manual for the device.
Apple retail staff have been instructed to discourage walk-in purchases on launch day without pre-orders.
Source: MacRumors · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing