Apple Unveils Foldable iPhone Duo and Premium iPhone 18 Pro Lineup
Apple has unveiled its latest iPhone lineup, which includes the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. The base model starts at $1,199, while the Pro Max begins at $1,299, marking a $100 price increase from the previous generation.
The company's first foldable device, the iPhone Duo, was also revealed with a $1,999 price tag. This innovative smartphone features a 7.6-inch internal screen and a compact 5.4-inch external display. The Duo enables seamless functionality as users fold or rotate the device, offering effortless app switching capabilities.
The new iPhone models run on the advanced A20 Pro chip, delivering enhanced CPU and GPU performance alongside an upgraded neural engine for improved AI processing. Power efficiency receives significant improvements, with the iPhone 18 Pro providing up to 24 hours of battery operation, while the Pro Max extends to an impressive 30 hours.
Apple's AI capabilities have also been upgraded, with Siri AI now able to extract information from messages and emails, utilize the camera for real-world object recognition, compose emails through voice commands, and alternate between various expressive vocal tones. The company emphasized that no audio files are generated or retained.