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iPhone Duo supports Apple Pencil and iOS redesigned for multitasking

Source: The Verge
Time: 10:20 PM
Weight: 95/100High importance
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What happened?

Apple introduced the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, during its September 2026 launch event.

Why it matters

According to reporting from The Verge, the device features a redesigned operating system, iOS 27, specifically optimized to leverage the expanded screen space through advanced multitasking—the ability to run and interact with multiple programs simultaneously.

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Notably, the iPhone Duo is the first model in the product line to support the Apple Pencil.

The software overhaul is significant because it adapts features from iPadOS to create a mobile experience that Apple describes as more natural and intuitive on a flexible display.

By moving interface controls to the side of the screen, the company aims to ensure the device remains navigable with a thumb even when fully unfolded.

These adjustments allow the device to compete more directly with high-end productivity tablets by offering a wider aspect ratio for professional and creative applications.

Technically, iOS 27 introduces responsive layouts that automatically shift content away from the hinge when the phone is held partially open like a book.

Users can also position the hardware in a "tent" orientation to view media on the external display or use the Apple Pencil on either the interior or exterior screens.

These mechanisms are designed to support various physical orientations, catering to users who require a single device that functions as both a standard handset and a portable workstation.

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