Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo Wins Praise for Matte Display and 254g Foldable Design
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Updated · Tom's Guide · Sep 20
Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo Wins Praise for Matte Display and 254g Foldable Design
3 articles · Updated · Tom's Guide · Sep 20
Summary
A 30-minute hands-on with Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo left Tom's Guide's editor more positive on the foldable, citing its feel in hand and inner screen as standout strengths.
At 254 grams and 5.2mm open, the Duo felt sturdier than ultra-thin rivals rather than flimsy, with the editor saying the added heft improved grip and durability.
The inner display's nano-texture matte finish also stood out, with Apple claiming it is scratch-resistant and 40% stiffer than competing panels while reducing glare for reading, sketching and work.
One drawback emerged in the Night Sky model, whose polished Ceramic Shield back picked up fingerprints easily, though the device still carries an IP68 water- and dust-resistance rating.
Apple's first foldable iPhone is due in October, and the early takeaway was that its premium design could persuade buyers to accept the high entry price.