Apple Foldable Phone: Apple has recently launched its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, which is the most expensive iPhone to date. In India, the starting price for this phone is approximately ₹2,99,900. However, along with the start of sales, questions are being raised regarding the screen of this expensive phone. Some buyers claim that after folding and unfolding the phone just a few times, cracks appeared on its inner screen, while others are complaining about flashing lines visible on the screen.
Sales Started from 23rd
That sales of the iPhone Duo started on October 23, 2026. Ever Since the sales began, several users on social media platforms like Reddit and X have claimed that within a few hours of purchasing the phone or after folding it just a few times, cracks are appeared in the middle of the screen, or flickering lines have become visible.
Screen Damaged About 6 Hours After Purchase
Meanwhile, a buyer claimed that the phone's screen failed about 6 hours after purchase. According to the buyer, they had opened and closed the phone less than than 20 times. While opening the device, they felt something unusual near the folding area, followed by a cracking sound. Subsequently, a crack appeared on the screen. According to reports, the buyer was able to get the phone replaced at an Apple Store.
iFixit Opened the Phone to Find Possible Reason
When iFixit, a famous repairing and gadget analysis website, opened and inspected this phone, it was revealed that dust getting trapped on the hinge failing to function properly, abnormal pressure is exerted on the flexible screen when the phone is folded. This increases the risk of the screen breaking. However, the report also notes that these are isolated, early-stage cases, and it would be premature to conclude that every unit is affected by this problem.
How Much Will it Cost if the Screen Breaks?
The starting price for this foldable phone is ₹2,99,900. If the phone is out of warranty, the estimated cost to replace the internal screen can be as high as ₹1,49,900, That means replacing the screen could cost almost half the initial price of the phone. However, it is not necessarily the case that every customer will have to pay this amount for a damaged screen. If an inspection reveals that the defect resulted from a manufacturing issue that occurred during normal use, the phone may be eligible for repair or replacement under its one-year limited warranty.
