GadgetsTechAppleHow the iPhone Duo compares to other folding phonesHow does Apple’s first folding phone stack up against the competition?How does Apple’s first folding phone stack up against the competition?by Brad BourqueSep 10, 2026, 2:00 PM UTCShareGiftThe Apple iPhone Duo features a passport-style folding hinge. Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The VergePart OfAll the news from Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ eventsee all updates Brad Bourque is a tech journalist and commerce writer based out of Portland, Oregon. He’s contributed to sites like Digital Trends, Business Insider, and WIRED.Apple’s foldable phone is finally here — well, almost.
The iPhone Duo, coming October 23rd, follows in the footsteps of past folding devices from Android phone makers like Samsung, OnePlus, and Google, with a $1,999 price tag that sits just above the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 8.While its hardware bears similarities to its competitors, the iPhone Duo is one of a few models that takes a passport-like approach. The aspect ratio is the same on the inside and outside screens, and it’s even usable with some apps while partially folded. The interior screen has a special outer layer, which along with its hinge design, makes the interior crease almost impossible to spot (something that many competitors struggle to do, though Samsung and Oppo are making fantastic progress).RelatedHow the new Apple Watches compare to the last-gen modelsVerge staffers react to the iPhone Duo: What we love and don’t loveWe got a chance to spend some time with the iPhone Duo at Apple’s “Surprise and shine” event, so our hands-on is a great place to start if you want to learn more about how it actually feels to use. We’ll be continuing to cover the phone as we get closer to launch, so make sure to stay tuned for our full review down the road.Comparing specs between foldables from Apple and Android makers becomes an apples versus oranges ordeal, just like comparing slab-style phones.
However, we think it’s still useful to present all the specs from the iPhone Duo’s most similar competitors.Apple iPhone Duo vs. Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8CategoryApple iPhone DuoGoogle Pixel 11 Pro FoldGalaxy Z Fold 8OSiOS 27Android 17Android 17Main display7.6-inch wide-angle OLED8-inch OLED7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLEDMain display resolution1878 x 26702076 x 21521848 x 2448Main refresh rateUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUp to 120HzCover display5.4-inch OLED6.5-inch OLED5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLEDCover display resolution1398 x 20341080 x 23421248 x 1972Cover display refresh rateUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUp to 120HzUnfolded dimensions (mm)117.8 x 164.6 x 5.2155.2 x 150.4 x 5123.9 x 161.4 x 4.5Folded dimensions (mm)117.8 x 84.1 x 11.3155.2 x 76 x 10.1123.9 x 81.9 x 9.7Weight254 grams239 grams201 gramsBatteryUp to 24 hours4,750mAh4,800mAhProcessorA20 ProGoogle Tensor G6 custom chipsetSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyRAMNot shared16GB12GB, 16GB (1TB storage model only)Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB256GB, 512GB, 1TB256GB, 512GB, 1TB (16GB RAM model only)Rear cameraMain: 48MP / Ultrawide: 48MPWide: 48MP / Ultrawide: 10.5MP / Telephoto: 10.8MPWide: 50MP / Ultrawide: 50MPSelfie cameraCover: 12MPMain: 10MP / Cover: 10MPMain: 10MP / Cover: 10MPMain videoUp to 4K at 120fpsUp to 4K at 60fpsUp to 8K at 30fpsSelfie videoUp to 4K at 60fpsUp to 4K at 60fpsMain: FHD at 60fps / Cover: 4K at 60fpsWater and dust protectionIP68IP68IP48ConnectivityLTE / Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 6 / 5g (mmWave, Sub 6GHz)Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 6 / LTE / 5G (mmWave, Sub 6GHz)LTE / 5G (Sub 6GHz, mmWave) / Wi-Fi 7 / UWB / Bluetooth 6.0Wired charging40W30W45WWireless charging25W25W20WColorsStar white, night skyOlive, obsidianLavender, graphite, cream, pistachio (online)Starting price$1,999$1,899$1,899.99Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Brad BourqueAppleApple Event 2026Foldable PhonesGadgetsiPhoneMobilePhonesTechThe variable aperture isn’t the cool part of the iPhone 18 Pro’s cameraAntonio G. Di Benedetto10:00 AM UTCHere’s Apple’s iPhone Duo design guidance for app developers.Jay PetersSep 9There aren’t AirPods with cameras yet and I hope it stays that wayJohn HigginsSep 9Most PopularThe iPhone Duo is Apple’s first foldableHands-on with the foldable iPhone DuoApple’s iPhone 18 Pro has a dynamic aperture main cameraiPhone 18 live blog: On the ground at Apple’s biggest eventiPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: Our first hands-on impressionsVideoAdvertiser Content FromThis is the title for the native ad
