iPhone Duo after one day: Why its quirks don’t stop it from being great

The iPhone Duo, released yesterday, is being praised as a compelling daily driver despite notable compromises like an under-display FaceTime camera and reliance on Touch ID. The author reports the device feels like a full experience, with app support issues already improving. The under-display camera performs adequately in good lighting, and the outside screen is described as refreshing and focused for quick use. While Touch ID presents a learning curve, it is not a struggle, and the author believes early criticism of app support was overblown as developers timed updates for consumer release. Two software quirks were noted: iOS only allows back-swipe gestures from the left edge, conflicting with the device's right-side navigation, and Apple Watch unlock lacks facial recognition for security. The author advises skipping Apple's $129 folio case due to a weak kickstand and awkward camera access.