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Apple unveils iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, from S$3,099 in Singapore

Apple has introduced the iPhone Duo, marking the company’s first entry into the foldable smartphone category.

Built around a dual-display design, the iPhone Duo opens to reveal a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR display—the largest screen ever offered on an iPhone. When folded, users can access a more compact 5.4-inch outer display for everyday tasks.

The iPhone Duo will be available in two finishes: Night Sky and Star White.

Singapore pricing and availability

Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo will begin at 8pm SGT on 16 October 2026, ahead of its official availability in Singapore from 23 October 2026.

Storage	Singapore Price
256GB	S$3,099
512GB	S$3,399
1TB	S$3,999
2TB	S$4,899

Apple is offering the iPhone Duo in four storage capacities, starting with 256GB and going all the way up to 2TB. Singapore pricing and availability have been confirmed on the Apple Singapore online store.

Apple’s largest iPhone display yet

50% larger display than iPhone 18 Pro Max

When fully opened, the iPhone Duo’s 7.6-inch inner display offers 50 per cent more screen space than the iPhone 18 Pro Max. And it has an outer display with more than 90 per cent of the screen area of iPhone 18 Pro. The foldable Super Retina XDR display features ProMotion technology, an Always-On display and up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness.

Apple has also applied a custom nano-texture finish to the inner display to reduce glare. An under-display FaceTime camera remains hidden beneath the screen until it is needed, creating a largely uninterrupted viewing surface.

The iPhone Duo can be used in multiple positions. Users can open it fully for movies, games and multitasking, keep it closed for one-handed use, or place it partially folded on a surface for video calls, workouts and hands-free viewing.

Its Split View functionality also allows two apps to run side by side on the inner display.

Titanium construction with a flexible hinge

Titanium frame and hinge cover.

The foldable phone is built with a Grade 5 titanium frame and titanium hinge cover, while Ceramic Shield protects the front and back.

Apple says the device’s multi-layer inner display has been designed to remain smooth and flat when opened. It also carries an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

Despite its larger screen, the iPhone Duo remains pocketable when folded and becomes Apple’s thinnest iPhone when fully opened.

New possibilities for photos and video

The iPhone Duo comes with a 48MP Dual Fusion camera system, comprising a 48MP Fusion Main camera and a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera. It supports 48MP photography, macro shots, 2x optical-quality zoom and Dolby Vision video recording at up to 4K and 120 frames per second.

48MP Dual Fusion camera system. And all‑new ways to shoot from front to back.

Its foldable design introduces several new camera features. Duo Preview lets the person being photographed view the shot on the outer display, while Kid Cue uses playful animations to help attract a child’s attention towards the camera.

Smart Take can detect when everyone is ready before automatically capturing a group photo. The phone can also stand on its own for hands-free pictures, videos and FaceTime calls.

A 12MP Center Stage camera is located on the outer display, complemented by the under-display FaceTime camera on the inside.

A20 Pro performance and dual batteries

Up to 20% faster 6‑core CPU than A19 Pro

Powering the iPhone Duo is Apple’s A20 Pro chip, featuring a six-core CPU, seven-core GPU and Dual 16-core Neural Engine. A vapour-chamber cooling system helps the phone maintain performance during intensive workloads and gaming sessions.

Vapour‑cooled A20 Pro chip for pro performance.

Apple has fitted a battery into each side of the device, creating its first dual-battery system for an iPhone.

The iPhone Duo offers up to 31 hours of video playback using the inner display or up to 44 hours using the outer display. With a compatible high-power adapter, it can reach 50 per cent charge in approximately 20 minutes.

Built for iOS 27 and Siri AI

The iPhone Duo runs iOS 27, with parts of the interface redesigned around its foldable format. Apps can transition between the outer and inner displays as the phone is opened, while controls adapt to different orientations and viewing positions.

Write with Siri. Siri AI can now generate a draft from scratch or provide feedback on what you’ve written. Just describe what you need in your own words. And in Messages and Mail, Siri AI can match your writing style, punctuation and tone.

The larger display also provides more room for Apple Intelligence features and the new Siri AI experience, which is rolling out in English.

Other connectivity features include 5G, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. The iPhone Duo is an eSIM-only device worldwide and does not include a physical SIM-card tray.

More information is available on the official iPhone Duo product page.

Apple launches iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Singapore from S$1,899 with variable-aperture camera and A20 Pro chip

Apple has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, introducing a variable-aperture camera, the new A20 Pro chip, longer battery life and expanded AI capabilities through iOS 27.

Available in black, silver, glacier and a new burgundy finish, the iPhone 18 Pro starts at S$1,899, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at S$2,099.

Pre-orders in Singapore will open on 12 September 2026, 8PM SGT with availability beginning on 18 September 2026.

iPhone 18 Pro will be available in four elegant finishes: black, silver, glacier, and burgundy.

A new variable-aperture camera

The headline upgrade is a new 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, marking the first time Apple has introduced aperture control on an iPhone.

The camera uses six laser-cut blades to move smoothly between different apertures, automatically adjusting the depth of field and amount of light entering the lens. Apple says this should improve low-light images, retain more detail across group photographs and give users greater control over the appearance of their shots.

The new 48MP Fusion Main camera uses six laser-cut blades controlled by a new rotor mechanism to smoothly transition between different apertures.

Professional users can manually select from four aperture settings in the Camera app. Apple is also introducing a new Pro controls interface that provides direct access to aperture, shutter speed and white balance settings, together with a histogram for monitoring exposure.

An upgraded computational imaging pipeline promises sharper photographs, while Photographic Styles gains additional controls for texture and grain.

Video recording has also been expanded. Cinematic effects can now be applied after recording to footage captured at up to 60 frames per second, while Time-lapse mode supports recording in 4K Dolby Vision HDR. Updated Audio Mix algorithms can enhance voices or isolate music within a recording.

Apple Reference Image tackles edited and AI-generated photos

Apple Reference Image provides users with an unalterable reference photo, visually confirming what the sensor saw at the moment of capture.

The iPhone 18 Pro series introduces Apple Reference Image, a new authenticity feature designed to help users verify what the camera originally captured.

When a photograph is taken in Reference mode, the Main camera signs the sensor data at the time of capture. Private Cloud Compute then produces an unalterable reference image that can be viewed alongside the edited photograph in the Photos app.

The feature works like a digital negative, allowing users to compare the original sensor information with the finished image and identify potential changes. Apple is also adding APIs for third-party apps, while image metadata and upcoming SynthID support will help identify content that has been created or modified using AI.

A20 Pro delivers a major performance upgrade

Featuring a new 6-core CPU, 7-core GPU, and Dual 16-core Neural Engine, A20 Pro is a powerhouse for pro performance.

Both phones are powered by the new A20 Pro chip, manufactured using a 2-nanometre process.

The chip features a six-core CPU, a new seven-core GPU and 50% more memory bandwidth than the A19 Pro. Apple says graphics performance is up to 40% faster, supporting more demanding games, computational photography and on-device AI workloads.

A Dual 16-core Neural Engine provides 32 cores in total, delivering twice the AI processing power of the previous generation.

Apple has paired the processor with a redesigned vapour chamber featuring three times the surface area of the system used in the iPhone 17 Pro. Together with changes to the chip packaging, the new thermal system is said to deliver up to 40% higher sustained performance.

Wireless connectivity is handled by Apple’s N1 networking chip, which supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread. The new C2 cellular modem offers faster uploads than C1X while consuming 15% less energy.

Longer battery life and faster charging

Both iPhone 18 Pro models feature updated battery designs that support faster wired charging and leverage powerful silicon efficiencies to deliver incredible battery life.

Apple says the iPhone 18 Pro delivers up to 34 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max extends this to 43 hours.

The iPhone 18 Pro can reach 50% charge in approximately 15 minutes with a wired charger or 30 minutes through wireless charging.

On the Pro Max, five minutes of wired charging provides around seven hours of video playback. Based on Apple’s updated real-world battery usage model, the larger phone can deliver up to 29 hours of use on a full charge.

Siri AI arrives with iOS 27

The new phones will ship with iOS 27, featuring Apple Intelligence and the beta release of Siri AI.

The redesigned assistant can use personal context from messages, emails, photographs and other apps to help users find information and complete tasks. Onscreen awareness allows Siri to respond to content currently displayed, while a new Siri mode in the Camera app can provide information about objects and places in front of the user.

Other Apple Intelligence additions include Spatial Reframing, Extend and improved Clean Up tools for photographs, photorealistic image generation in Image Playground and a Safari feature that can monitor webpages for changes such as restocks or price reductions.

Apple says these features use a combination of on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute to protect user information.

iOS 27 will be released as a free software update on 14 September 2026. Siri AI will begin rolling out in beta on the same day with support for English, including English (Singapore).

Singapore pricing and availability

iPhone 18 Pro Singapore Pricing
Storage	iPhone 18 Pro	iPhone 18 Pro Max
256GB	S$1,899	S$2,099
512GB	S$2,199	S$2,399
1TB	S$2,799	S$2,999
2TB	S$3,699	S$3,899

Available in Burgundy, Glacier, Silver and Black.

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be offered with 256GB, 512GB, 1TB or 2TB of storage and will be available for pre-order here.

iPhone 18 Pro: From S$1,899
iPhone 18 Pro Max: From S$2,099
Pre-orders: 12 September 2026, 8pm SGT
Available from: 18 September 2026
Colours: Burgundy, glacier, silver and black

Apple will also offer 0% interest monthly instalment plans for up to 24 months.

The new Wrist Strap introduces a beautiful hands-free way to carry iPhone.

New accessories include the TechWoven Case with MagSafe at S$89, Clear Case with MagSafe at S$75, Silicone Case with MagSafe at S$75, FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe at S$89, Wrist Strap at S$39 and Crossbody Strap at S$89.

Apple introduces the iPhone Pocket, available for S$219 and S$329

Move over, phone cases — Apple just dropped something way more fashionable. Introducing the iPhone Pocket, a stunning new way to wear and carry your iPhone, designed in collaboration with Japanese fashion house ISSEY MIYAKE.

Available in Singapore from 14 November 2025, this beautifully crafted accessory isn’t just a carrier — it’s a statement piece.

A Beautiful Blend of Fashion and Function

Photo: Apple

Think of it as part-tech, part-couture. Each iPhone Pocket is made from a single piece of 3D-knitted fabric — flexible, lightweight and irresistibly soft to the touch. Inspired by ISSEY MIYAKE’s iconic pleated designs, the open-ribbed knit stretches to cradle your iPhone perfectly — and even lets you glimpse the display through the fabric.

You can hold it, sling it, clip it to your bag, or wear it cross-body — it’s designed to fit effortlessly into your lifestyle (and your outfit).

Designed by Two Icons, Built for Everyday Artistry

Photo: Apple

This creation is a meeting of design minds — Apple’s Industrial Design team and ISSEY MIYAKE’s studio — blending Apple’s minimalist precision with MIYAKE’s poetic craftsmanship.

According to ISSEY MIYAKE’s design director Yoshiyuki Miyamae, the accessory was made to celebrate “the joy of wearing iPhone your own way.” Apple’s Molly Anderson, VP of Industrial Design, echoed that both brands share a common language of simplicity, innovation and delight.

In short: it’s wearable art that happens to carry your iPhone.

Colours, Straps, and Pricing

Photo: Apple

The iPhone Pocket comes in two styles — so you can find one that suits your vibe:

Short Strap Version (S$219)
Available in 8 colours: Lemon, Mandarin, Purple, Pink, Peacock, Sapphire, Cinnamon, and Black.

Long Strap Version (S$329)
Available in 3 colours: Sapphire, Cinnamon, and Black.

Whether you go for bold tones or subtle neutrals, each piece complements the iPhone’s colour palette perfectly.

Where to Get It

The iPhone Pocket lands in Singapore on Friday, 14 November 2025, and will be available at Apple Store Orchard and Apple Online Store.

If you’re the kind who treats your phone like a fashion essential — this is one accessory you’ll want to be first to own.

Available in limited quantities. Visit apple.com/sg for details.

iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and the ultra-thin iPhone Air will be available for pre-order this Friday, 12 Sep 25

Apple has officially introduced its latest generation of iPhones: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and the all-new iPhone Air. Each device pushes the boundaries in its own way — from the brighter display and smarter cameras of iPhone 17, to the pro-grade performance of iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, and the impossibly thin yet powerful design of iPhone Air. Together, they mark Apple’s most ambitious iPhone launch to date, all running on iOS 26 and powered by Apple’s latest silicon.

iPhone 17 — Bigger, brighter, smarter (now with Centre Stage selfies)

What’s new:

6.3-inch Super Retina XDR with ProMotion up to 120Hz, 3,000-nit peak outdoor brightness, thinner borders, Always-On, and improved power efficiency.
Ceramic Shield 2 with 3× better scratch resistance and reduced glare.
All-new Centre Stage front camera (18MP square sensor), Dual Capture, and AI-assisted group framing.
48MP Fusion Main (with 2× Telephoto) + 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide.
4K60 Dolby Vision video, Cinematic/Action modes, Spatial Audio, wind-noise reduction, and spatial capture for Apple Vision Pro.
A19 chip delivers faster CPU/GPU and Apple Intelligence on-device; Adaptive Power Mode pushes up to 30 hours video playback; 50% charge in ~20 minutes with 40W adapter.

Finishes & price (SG): lavender, mist blue, sage, white, black; 256GB/512GB; from S$1,299.
Pre-order: Sep 12 • Available: Sep 19.

Click here to pre-order.

iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 Pro Max — New design, A19 Pro, and pro-grade video

What’s new:

Aerospace-grade aluminum unibody with forged plateau for a larger battery + Apple-designed vapor chamber for sustained high performance.
6.3-inch / 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR, ProMotion 120Hz, Always-On, 3,000-nit outdoor peak, and Ceramic Shield 2 front & back for best durability yet.
A19 Pro with hardware-accelerated ray tracing, Neural Accelerators, and up to 40% better sustained performance.
Triple 48MP Fusion cameras (Main, Ultra Wide, new Telephoto) equivalent to 8 lenses, including 4× at 100mm and 8× at 200mm zoom.
Center Stage front camera (18MP), Dual Capture, and AI-based group framing.
Firsts for iPhone video: ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, genlock for multi-cam shoots.

Finishes & price (SG): deep blue, cosmic orange, silver.

iPhone 17 Pro: from S$1,749 (256GB).
iPhone 17 Pro Max: from S$1,899 (256GB).

Pre-order: Sep 12 • Available: Sep 19.

Click here to pre-order.

iPhone Air — The thinnest iPhone ever, without compromise

What’s new:

Just 5.6 mm thin, Grade-5 titanium frame, high-gloss mirror finish, and precision-milled plateau housing cameras, silicon, and speaker.
First iPhone with Ceramic Shield 2 on the front and Ceramic Shield on the back, giving 3× better scratch resistance and 4× crack resistance vs prior back glass.
6.5-inch Super Retina XDR with ProMotion 120Hz, Always-On, 3,000-nit outdoor peak.
Powered by A19 Pro, the new N1 wireless chip (Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread), and C1X modem (up to 2× faster and 30% more efficient).
48MP Fusion Main camera (28/35mm + 2×) and 18MP Centre Stage front camera.
eSIM-only design, slimmer internals, easier travel connectivity.

Finishes & price (SG): space black, cloud white, light gold, sky blue; 256GB/512GB/1TB; from S$1,599.
Pre-order: Sep 12 • Available: Sep 19.

Click here to pre-order.

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