IPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset
Company says small number of devices affected by display glitch after posts appear on Reddit and social media Owners of the new foldable iPhone are…
The Guardian reports: Company says small number of devices affected by display glitch after posts appear on Reddit and social media Owners of the new foldable iPhone are reporting cracks in the device’s screen, as Apple confirmed an issue with a “small number” of units.
Reports of cracks have emerged on Reddit and social media platforms since the handset went on general sale globally on Friday.
This technology story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Apple, IPhone Duo and Reddit.
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- United Kingdom · Europe
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- The Guardian
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- Apple, IPhone Duo, Reddit, Owners
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- Technology
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- Experts said there had been too few examples to determine whether there was a more serious problem with Apple’s first foldable device, which retails from $1,999 (£1,499). (The Guardian)
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