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Apple cannot yet predict when production of the new iPhone Duo will catch up with customer demand, Chief Executive John Ternus told Reuters. The company released its first foldable smartphone in October for $1,999, pairing a 5.4 outer display with a 7.6-inch inner screen. Preorders sold out immediately, leaving Apple Store shipping estimates pushed into late January and some deliveries delayed until 2027. [2][3]
Ternus explained that manufacturing ramps are progressing well and that Apple is working to deliver devices quickly, though supplies remain tightly constrained following limited in-store launch availability. Ternus also acknowledged screen issues on the foldable, noting that a very small percentage of iPhone Duo units have been returned due to display problems. Apple is replacing affected devices with new handsets. [2][3]
Today Apple reported record Q4 earnings, which beat Wall Street expectations overall. And in an interview with Reuters, CEO John Ternus addressed current iPhone Duo supply constraints and also referenced units that have been returned for display issues.
via 9to5Mac
Apple says iPhone Duo production is ramping up, but it still can't say when supply will catch up with demand as shipping delays stretch into next year.
via TechCrunch
Apple CEO John Ternus doesn't have a timeline for when iPhone Duo supply constraints could lift. During an interview with Reuters, Ternus said the company is "working hard to get it to as many customers as quickly as possible, but at this point, we're not able to predict when supply and demand will be in…
via The Verge