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Updated · 9to5Mac · Sep 25
Tom Hitchins Shows iPhone Duo Works Left-Handed in 1st Video Test
Updated
Updated · 9to5Mac · Sep 25

Tom Hitchins Shows iPhone Duo Works Left-Handed in 1st Video Test

1 articles · Updated · 9to5Mac · Sep 25

Summary

  • Tom Hitchins posted what appears to be the first left-handed iPhone Duo demo, showing he could reach the dock on the right side and calling the experience "works well enough."
  • The test addresses a key concern before launch because Apple’s foldable is built mainly for right-handed use: the hinge creates a flat left edge, while the curved right edge cues users to open it like a book.
  • The dock also sits on the right side of the outer display, and Apple has not said whether an accessibility setting will let users move it to the left.
  • Hitchins said the awkwardness visible in the video reflected that he is actually right-handed, underscoring that hand size and grip will still make in-store testing the best guide for prospective buyers.

Insights

Will Apple's first foldable force left-handed users to adapt, or is a hidden software fix coming before launch?
Could the iPhone Duo's asymmetrical design and side Touch ID become a $2,000 ergonomic nightmare for lefties?