iPhone Duo vs Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Apple's first foldable compared
Apple has entered the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Duo, its first folding iPhone, priced at $1,999. It directly competes with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, which starts at $2,099.99, marking Apple's debut in a sector Samsung has led for years. The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch inner display and 5.4-inch outer screen, while the Fold8 Ultra offers larger 8.0-inch and 6.5-inch panels. Samsung's device is lighter at 7.58 ounces versus 8.96 ounces, but Apple's model has faster 60W charging and a higher IP68 water resistance rating. Apple's foldable uses the A20 Pro chip with dual 48MP cameras, lacking a telephoto lens, while Samsung includes a 200MP main camera with 3x optical zoom. Preorders for the iPhone Duo begin October 16, 2026, with the Fold8 Ultra currently discounted to $1,649.99 at Amazon.