The new [iPhone Duo](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPhone_Duo) arrived in retail outlets on Friday, Oct. 23, with a starting price of $1,999 for the 256 GB model. Apple announced that over 40 applications now feature layouts built specifically for the device’s 7.6‑inch inner screen, although a few major apps will roll out later in the year.
**Key facts:**
- Apple listed more than 40 apps with Duo‑specific designs, plus 18 regional variations, available from Oct.
23.
- Five apps—Microsoft Word, Outlook, Zenless Zone Zero, UnGodly and DoorDash—have delayed releases ranging from a few weeks to later this year.
- Core daily apps such as WhatsApp, YouTube, TikTok, Spotify and Gmail were not included in Apple’s initial list.
- The Duo is priced at $1,999 (256 GB), $2,199 (512 GB), $2,599 (1 TB) and $3,199 (2 TB) on the official [Apple](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Inc.) website.
- Apple advises shoppers to test their most‑used apps on a demo unit to confirm they fill the inner screen correctly.
What apps are ready for the larger screen today?
Apple’s [developer announcement](https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/10/developers-bring- incredible-new-app-experiences-to-iphone-duo/) confirms that the updated layouts are live on the [App Store](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/App_Store_(iOS)) as of Oct.
- Below is a concise rundown of how each category behaves on the unfolded display.
#### Watching
- **Netflix:** Browse clips on the outer screen, then continue playback on the inner panel.
- **Apple TV, Prime Video, Paramount+:** Full‑screen video fills the larger area; Prime Video adds X‑Ray details at the bottom when partially folded.
- **MLB & PGA Tour:** Live scores, stats and leaderboards appear alongside the broadcast.
#### Work
- **Zoom:** Shared content occupies one half while participants appear on the other.
- **Slack & Salesforce:** Wider views of channels or dashboards.
- **Fantastical, Things, Bear, Notewise:** Calendars, tasks and notes spread across the extra space.
#### Creating content
- **Instagram & Edits:** More posts and Stories visible; editing timeline expands.
- **VLLO & Detail:** Video editing tools and transcript panels sit side‑by‑side.
- **edjing Mix:** Two DJ decks displayed simultaneously.
#### Everyday life & travel
- **NYT Cooking:** Recipes display larger when the phone is propped up.
- **Yelp, Lyft, OpenTable:** Maps, reviews and booking screens gain extra room.
- **American Airlines, United Airlines, Flighty:** Boarding passes, seat maps and flight trackers expand.
- **Shop, LTK, Lowe’s:** Product images appear bigger for easier browsing.
- **Sky Guide, Tide Guide, Next Shot:** Star maps, tide charts and golf previews stretch edge‑to‑edge.
#### Games
- **Asphalt Legends:** Full‑screen racing against up to seven online opponents.
- **Sneaky Sasquatch & Retrocade (Apple Arcade):** Larger play area when opened, quick‑play mode when folded.
- **Deck‑Man:** Turns the Duo into a cassette player; open to load a tape, close to play.
Which apps will arrive later?
Five entries on Apple’s list are not yet available:
- **Microsoft Word & Outlook:** Expected “in the coming weeks” with side‑by‑side document and inbox views.
- **Zenless Zone Zero:** Scheduled for next month.
- **UnGodly:** Planned for November.
- **DoorDash:** Delivery‑tracking map update slated for later this year.
Popular apps missing from the list
WhatsApp, YouTube, TikTok, Spotify, Gmail, Google Maps, Facebook, X and Uber were not mentioned. Their absence does not mean they won’t run; it simply indicates Apple has not confirmed Duo‑specific redesigns.
How much does the iPhone Duo cost?
Prices verified on Apple’s website on Oct. 23:
- 256 GB – $1,999
- 512 GB – $2,199 (+$200)
- 1 TB – $2,599 (+$600)
- 2 TB – $3,199 (+$1,200)
The device is sold unlocked in more than 70 markets and will expand to 28 additional countries on Oct.
30.
Quick two‑minute test before buying
- List your five most‑used apps (check Screen Time if needed).
- At an Apple or carrier store, open each on a demo Duo fully unfolded.
- Verify the app fills the screen without excessive stretching.
- Fold the phone halfway and see if the app splits into top and bottom sections.
- If two or more apps fail, consider waiting for updates.
For further details on repair costs, see TechCity’s iPhone Duo repair guide, and for a full performance review, read the TechCity foldable iPhone assessment.