iPhone Duo: Nanotexture layer replacement costs $19 with AppleCare+

heise.de (German) —

Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, allows replacement of its matte nanotexture layer over the folding display for $19 with AppleCare+, as confirmed by Apple's hardware engineering VP. The layer hides the device's central crease, and Apple invested heavily in its durability. Replacement costs $19 in the US, though pricing without AppleCare+ or for Germany is unannounced. Other repairs cost $29 for glass, $99 for display damage. Users question why Apple promotes this replaceability pre-launch, speculating it acknowledges visible wear, especially with upcoming Apple Pencil support. Pre-orders begin October 16, with launch on October 23.


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