Google: Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo Will Help Android Foldables Too

Google's Android chief Sameer Samat said Apple's first foldable, the $1,999 iPhone Duo, is not a threat but a boost for the whole foldable market. Counterpoint expects Apple to take about 25% of the foldable market in year one and 40% by the end of 2027. Pre-orders open October 16, with in-store availability on October 23.

• Samat: Android usually shows the future first, foldables included
• Counterpoint: Apple to take 25% of foldable market in year one
• iPhone Duo starts at $1,999; Galaxy Z Fold 8 at $1,899
• iPhone Duo pre-orders open October 16, sales start October 23