Apple Opens iPhone Duo Preorders as Production Report Faces Scrutiny
Apple's first foldable iPhone reaches its preorder date with a $1,999 price, steep repair costs and disputed reporting about a 30% increase in production orders.
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Apple opens configuration saving ahead of Friday preorders
9to5Mac Apple ↗AT&T trade-in offer promises up to $1,200 off
Mashable ↗AppleInsider challenges report of 30% production order increase
AppleInsider - Frontpage News ↗Report claims Apple increased Duo orders by 30%
Breaking News on Seeking Alpha Business & Economy ↗Reported $1,499 repair cost prompts AppleCare recommendation
AppleInsider - Frontpage News ↗Early benchmark suggests performance similar to iPhone 18 Pro
MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories ↗Pricing coverage details $1,999 entry and $3,199 top model
9to5Mac Apple ↗Apple sets deadline for preparing iPhone Duo pre-orders
MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories ↗Apple confirms Friday pre-orders open at 5 a.m. PT
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