
iPhone Duo Buyers Report Cracked Inner Screens Days After Launch
Apple has acknowledged durability problems with its foldable iPhone Duo and is offering free replacements, as a survey points to shaken buyer confidence.
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Apple has acknowledged durability problems with its foldable iPhone Duo and is offering free replacements, as a survey points to shaken buyer confidence.
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