Apple prepares iPhone Duo launch with limited stock and purchase caps
Apple's $1,999 foldable reaches stores on October 23, but scarce stock, long delivery estimates and first generation trade-offs complicate the decision for buyers.
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Preorders open and initial availability disappears almost immediately
Mashable Tech ↗European energy label reveals Duo battery capacity
Digital Trends ↗Apple limits United States buyers to two Duos
MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories ↗Some American and Japanese orders move toward launch week
Digital Trends ↗Release details put Duo availability at October 23
Make Tech Easier - Computer Tutorials, Tips and Tricks ↗Apple adds United States titanium supplier amid tight supply
CNBC ↗Apple plans up to $100 million in U.S. titanium purchases
The Next Web ↗Apple shortens delivery estimates for some iPhone Duo orders
IosMac ↗Unboxing videos appear ahead of iPhone Duo launch
AppleInsider - Frontpage News ↗First reviews weigh folding design against price and compromises
The Wall Street Journal Tech ↗Apple confirms limited store stock for Friday launch
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