
Apple's first foldable smartphone, iPhone Duo, is available for pre-order in Türkiye. The prices of the device in Türkiye vary between 230 thousand TL and 336 thousand TL.
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Apple introduced the iPhone Duo, its first move in the foldable screen category, on September 9.
Apple is preparing to start the pre-order process for its first foldable smartphone, iPhone Duo. This innovative model, which was officially introduced on September 9, will be available for sale in many countries, including Türkiye, as of 15:00 today. The company temporarily closed online Apple Store access in order to complete its operational preparations before this critical period.
Users will now be able to examine the high sales prices and technical details of this device, which has foldable screen technology, in the Turkish market through official channels.
Sales Prices for iPhone Duo Announced
iPhone Duo, Apple's first move in the foldable screen category, attracts attention with the technological features it offers as well as the price levels it reaches. According to the official data shared by the company, the price of the entry-level model with 256 GB storage was determined as 230 thousand TL.
While 247 thousand TL is requested for the 512 GB capacity option in the middle segment, the price of the 1 TB version offered for users with higher storage needs reaches 281 thousand TL. The 2 TB storage model, which has the highest level of hardware in the series, is released with a very high price tag of 336 thousand TL.
Foldable Technology Begins a New Era in the Market
The long-awaited foldable form factor in the smartphone market has been included in the Apple ecosystem with iPhone Duo. Aiming for users to experience a larger screen in a compact body, the device represents a significant change in the company's design approach.
Experts predict that the hardware capabilities and software optimizations offered by this model will take the competition in the foldable devices category to a different dimension. This move by Apple aims to meet the expectations of the user base, especially in the premium segment.
Pre-Order Process and Delivery Expectations are Managed
With the start of pre-orders, Apple expects to encounter an intense wave of demand. Closing the online store not only ensures that system updates are completed without any problems, but also aims to prevent technical disruptions that may occur at the time of opening for sale.
Users in Turkey will be able to reserve their devices starting from 15:00. Delivery times are expected to be clarified in the coming days, depending on the selected configuration and density. Technology enthusiasts are closely following how the mobile experience will evolve with this new generation device from Apple.
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