The iPhone Duo has officially launched! Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event at Cupertino had us all waiting with bated breaths for the launch of its first ever foldable phone, and it didn’t disappoint. The iPhone Duo looks every bit as capable and colourful as expected. But you will have to wait a little longer to pre-order and reserve yours.
iPhone Duo Pre-Order Date and Time in India
While pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max go live on September 12, 2026, at 5:30 PM IST, the iPhone Duo will take its time.
Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo start on October 16, 2026, with the pre-order window opening at 5:30 PM IST. That means you will have to wait a little over a month to reserve your iPhone Duo.
The iPhone Duo will start shipping on October 23, 2026, a week after pre-orders begin.
Between now and the pre-order date, there’s enough time for you to set things up before you make the purchase. But there’s also limited availability for the iPhone Duo, compared to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. So, make sure you place your order as soon as possible once pre-booking begins.
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How to Pre-Order iPhone Duo in India
The most reliable way to secure an iPhone Duo is via the official channels. Here’s how to go about the pre-order process:
- Go to the Apple Store (IN) website or Apple Store app, find the iPhone Duo and tap on Pre-order.
- Here, choose your preferred colour, storage, a trade-in (optional) and AppleCare+ (optional).
- Then tap on Add to Bag and add accessories (optional).
- Now, select Review Bag and tap on Check Out.
- Add your shipping address and payment details, and then confirm your pre-order.
Both the Apple Store website and the Apple Store app let you set up your payment information and details in advance. You can also set up the “Get Ready” feature in the Apple Store app, which lets you select your model, add accessories, set up payment, and confirm your address. This way, you can get through the pre-order screens faster and secure your iPhone Duo without much hassle.
Depending on where you live, you can also opt for in-store pickup. You can then go to the assigned store to pick up your iPhone Duo yourself once it starts shipping. This will remove any ambiguities surrounding delivery estimates.
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iPhone Duo India Price and Variants
The iPhone Duo is available in four storage variants. The price for these is as follows:
- iPhone Duo 256 GB - Rs 2,99,900
- iPhone Duo 512 GB - Rs 3,24,900
- iPhone Duo 1 TB - Rs 3,74,900
- iPhone Duo 2 TB - Rs 4,49,900
The iPhone Duo is Apple’s most expensive iPhone yet. But despite a staggering increase in memory prices, it doesn't look like Apple has passed all of the extra cost to consumers.
If you’re looking to bring down the price of the iPhone Duo, there are bank discounts and EMI payment plans, or you can also trade in your current phone for instant credit as well.
Despite the delays, the hype for Apple’s first foldable is only going to get stronger. After all, Apple’s entry into foldables is a huge moment for the smartphone market. Foldable phones have already made quite a splash. And with Apple hopping on the bandwagon, they may no longer be considered niche but serious productivity tools that bring the best of phones and tablets into one device. Expect our full iPhone Duo review soon.
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