Apple's $79 Silicone Case for the iPhone Duo Relies on Adhesive
Early buyers report Apple's cheaper silicone case for the iPhone Duo needs exposed adhesive inside, as shipping estimates slip to 2027.
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Apple's official $79 silicone case for its new foldable, the iPhone Duo, comes with a notable condition for buyers. According to GSMArena, users who received early iPhone Duo units and purchased the cheaper case report that it requires adhesive on the inside to be exposed in order to attach it to the device. Apple also sells a folio case for the foldable priced at $129.
Demand for the device appears strong. Engadget reported that shipping estimates for the iPhone Duo have already been pushed back to 2027, and that Apple described the early demand as "nothing short of extraordinary."
The launch has also drawn attention from the developer community. DevClass reported that the iPhone Duo is prompting developers to design with folding screens in mind.
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