Apple has confirmed that shipping estimates for the iPhone Duo have been delayed until January 2027 for customers who placed preorders in the United States. The announcement comes shortly after the company opened preorders for its first foldable smartphone, characterizing the initial customer interest as “nothing short of extraordinary” in a statement provided to CNBC.
iPhone Duo shipping delays extend into 2027
The latest preorder waves for the device have resulted in delivery windows that stretch well beyond the traditional holiday shopping season. While early buyers may still receive their units in late 2026, those who missed the initial release waves are now facing shipping estimates for November and December, with some online orders showing delivery dates in January 2027.
Apple stated that it is “working hard to get this revolutionary new product into customers’ hands as quickly as possible.” The company confirmed that it will continue accepting orders online despite the extended wait times. This delay marks a significant shift for consumers hoping to secure the device for the upcoming holiday period.
Store pickup and retailer availability
Customer reports indicate a mixed landscape for immediate availability. Some buyers have reported the ability to pick up their iPhone Duo orders at physical Apple Stores as early as October 23. However, other customers are seeing shipping estimates for later months, and the online store displays a pickup option that instructs users to “Check back for availability on 10.24.”
Apple has previously mentioned that customers could shop for the iPhone Duo both in-store and online, but it has not confirmed whether physical retail locations or authorized third-party retailers will hold stock. As of the time of reporting, Best Buy’s website is showing iPhone Duo shipping estimates for November.
The high demand for the foldable device has clearly outpaced initial supply expectations. While preorder numbers do not always guarantee long-term success for a product, the iPhone Duo has cleared a major early hurdle by generating significant consumer interest. The extended shipping timeline suggests that production and distribution are struggling to keep pace with the volume of orders received in the first few days of availability.
Source: Engadget
