Foldable futures: iPhone Duo is Apple's bet for smartphone growth

IDC analysts forecast 10 million foldable iPhone Duo units sold in the first 12 months and about $27 billion in revenue (6% of Apple's expected fiscal 2026 revenue). The base price is $1999. By 2027, Apple could take up to 40% of the foldable smartphone market.

• IDC forecast: 10M iPhone Duo in first year, $27B revenue
• iPhone Duo base price is $1999
• Foldable smartphone market grew 16% in 2025 vs 7% for regular phones
• By 2027, Apple's foldable market share could reach 40%