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Uh-oh, it sounds like the iPhone Duo keeps cracking and users aren’t happy about it

TechCrunch·Oct 26, 2026 · 2:22 PM CT
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Early buyers of Apple's $2,000 foldable iPhone Duo are reporting inner screens cracking after hours or days of use, according to Bloomberg, with some hearing a loud crunch before a crack appears; 404 Media reported deep creases. Apple told Bloomberg it is aware of an issue affecting the inner display on a small number of units.

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