Early iPhone Duo Users Report Cracks Along the Fold
Some first-day iPhone Duo buyers are reporting cracks running down the foldable phone’s inner screen, with damage near the hinge accompanied in some cases by
Some first-day iPhone Duo buyers are reporting cracks running down the foldable phone’s inner screen, with damage near the hinge accompanied in some cases by a bright line of faulty pixels. The reports raise an early durability concern for Apple’s first foldable, as limited stock may leave some owners waiting months for replacements.
Photos circulating on social media show cracks along the centre hinge, according to reports on the device. Some displays also appear to have pixel damage on the right side. The cause remains unclear, and the available accounts do not establish how widespread the problem is.
Early praise meets durability questions
The complaints arrived alongside more routine criticism of the new phone. Reviewers have questioned the FaceTime camera’s image quality, while many apps have yet to be adapted for the foldable screen. Another report says the crease at the hinge becomes more noticeable with repeated folding and unfolding.
But a cracked display is a more immediate concern for owners. The hinge is the point where the inner screen bends, making reports of damage there especially consequential for a device designed to open into a larger viewing surface.
Apple faced high expectations for the Duo. Samsung’s first Galaxy Fold came out in 2019, and Google released its first Pixel Fold three years ago. Apple’s late entry fed hopes that it had learned from earlier foldables and could deliver a more polished, dependable device.
Replacement waits could stretch
That promise helped draw buyers: the Duo reportedly sold out through January. Yet the same scarcity could complicate repairs. Some customers with damaged phones have reportedly been told a replacement may not be available until January.
That leaves a key question unanswered: whether the hinge failures are isolated incidents or point to a broader weakness. Reports so far offer no confirmed explanation, and Apple’s response is not detailed in the source material.
For now, prospective buyers will be watching for clearer information on the cause, the scale of the reports and how quickly owners can get replacement devices.
Source: creativebloq.com
