According to well - known Apple journalist Mark Gurman, Apple could introduce a new product named the 'iPhone Duo Max' in the next few years, which would further broaden its foldable iPhone lineup. Gurman noted that by opting for 'Duo' as the suffix for its initial foldable iPhone model, Apple is strategically reserving naming opportunities for future derivative models.
Previously, Apple officially launched its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, at its autumn new - product launch event on September 9, 2026. The device has a starting price of 15,999 yuan and comes with four storage variants, ranging from 256GB to 2TB. Pre - sales kicked off on October 16, and the official release took place on October 23.
When unfolded, this model boasts a 7.6 - inch Super Retina XDR display, is compatible with the Apple Pencil, and is equipped with a dual - camera system. Tim Cook has mentioned that Apple was inspired by Huawei's and Samsung's foldable smartphones, which prompted the company to expedite its entry into the foldable device market.