Dh8,499 Foldable iPhone Duo Headlines Apple's New UAE Lineup
Apple unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, starting at Dh8,499 in the UAE following its global presentation on September 9, 2026. Regional tech enthusiasts and consumers across the country can place pre-orders starting at 4pm on October 16, 2026, ahead of the in-store availability on October 23, 2026.
Variable Aperture Cameras and Wearable Updates Join the Foldable Device
The 7.6-inch foldable screen marks Apple’s first entry into foldable display hardware, debuting alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max featuring 48MP Fusion Main cameras with variable aperture. Accompanying the smartphone lineup are the Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4, and AirPods 5, all scheduled to arrive at retail locations including Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates on October 23, 2026.
In-store launches across Dubai have consistently drawn overnight crowds at flagship retail outlets, a pattern documented during the November 3, 2017 release of the iPhone X and subsequent launches of the iPhone XS, iPhone 11, and iPhone 15 series.
