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iPhone Duo early shortage risk grows as hinge constraints cut shipments to 6 million

Apple\'s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, may face shortages early in its launch. IT outlet 9to5Mac reported that GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu cut his 2026 shipment forecast for the device to 6 million units from 7 million, citing production disruption caused by hinge constraints rather than weak demand. The iPhone Duo is set for an October launch, with preorders from Oct. 16 and first deliveries on Oct. 23.

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iPhone 18 Pro preorders look tepid as iPhone Duo emerges as wildcard

Shorter preorder wait times for Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are prompting analysis that early demand may be weaker than in past years. Tipster Jeff Pu said most iPhone 18 Pro configurations are available without shipping delays, while the longest waits for popular Pro Max models are 3 to 4 weeks. The article cautions that wait times reflect both demand and supply, and notes the not-yet-open iPhone Duo preorders could be affecting orders.

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Apple seen shifting most iPhones to foldables within 10 years, with iPhone SE also mentioned

Apple\'s foldable strategy may extend beyond its first product, the iPhone Duo, to much of its core iPhone lineup within the next 10 years, a report said. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman said Apple could broaden foldables across higher and lower price tiers as manufacturing costs fall, with a larger iPhone Duo Max possible and even the iPhone SE joining over time. Counterpoint Research forecast rapid market growth and rising Apple share after a 2026 launch.