Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, does not avoid the compromises that come with folding designs, according to a review published by Swedish technology outlet Ny Teknik on 8 November 2026. Reviewer Peter Ottsjö argues that even Apple has not managed to make the foldable formula fully add up. The phone carries a starting price of at least 27,000 Swedish kronor.
Why it matters
The review lands as Apple's entry into a category that other manufacturers have been selling into for years. Folding phones have long required buyers to accept trade-offs in exchange for a larger screen that fits in a smaller body, and Ny Teknik's assessment suggests Apple's debut does not change that equation. For a device at this price, the question of whether the compromises are worth it becomes central to the buying decision.
The coverage around the launch has not been limited to the hardware itself. Swedish outlets have also reported on delivery problems for the iPhone Duo, with Omni noting that it is unclear when the supply issues might be resolved. That means prospective buyers face uncertainty on two fronts: how the phone performs in daily use, and when they could actually get one.
A premium price and a familiar set of compromises
Ny Teknik's central criticism is that the iPhone Duo does not deliver the best of both worlds, despite its price positioning. Ottsjö's review frames the foldable as a product shaped by the same physical and engineering constraints that affect rival devices, rather than one that transcends them. The headline conclusion from the outlet is blunt: not even Apple has been able to make the foldable concept come together.
The review does not stand alone in urging caution. Macworld.se described the iPhone Duo as Apple's coolest phone in a long time but advised readers to hold off on buying it. That combination — enthusiasm for the device itself paired with a recommendation to wait — points to a product that impresses in some respects while still giving reviewers reasons to pause.
At a minimum price of 27,000 kronor, the iPhone Duo sits firmly in premium territory. Ny Teknik's review suggests that the cost does not buy an escape from the category's inherent compromises, which is the core of its critical verdict.
Software support builds while hardware questions linger
Not all of the recent coverage has been critical. Teknikveckan reported that 100,000 apps are already optimized for the iPhone Duo, a figure that speaks to developer readiness for the new form factor. A large library of adapted apps matters for any device with an unusual screen, since software that has not been adjusted for a foldable can undermine the experience.
Separately, Vietnam.vn reported that Apple has released data aimed at reassuring iPhone Duo users. The nature of that data was not detailed in the reporting available, but the move suggests Apple is working to address concerns raised by owners or prospective buyers.
Taken together, the picture is of a launch where Apple has prepared its software ecosystem and is communicating with its customer base, while reviewers question whether the hardware justifies its price. The delivery problems reported by Omni add a practical obstacle on top of the critical ones.
What to watch
The key question now is whether Apple can resolve the delivery issues and whether early buyers' experiences shift the conversation away from the compromises Ny Teknik highlighted. Watch for updates on supply and for how Apple's published data is received by iPhone Duo users.
