If you did not pre-order the iPhone Duo in the first hours, you may be waiting a long time. GSMArena reports that Apple’s online store moved from a 23 October ship date to 22 January within hours of pre-orders opening on 16 October.
The report checked nine markets and found the same date everywhere.
More on this topic: TechnoSports iPhone Duo coverage.
Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | What was reported |
|---|---|
| Original ship date | 23 October |
| New date shown | 22 January |
| Markets checked | US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, India, Australia, NZ, China |
| Store pickup | Check back for availability on 24 October |
| Analyst supply estimate | About 6 million units this year (Jeff Pu) |
Every model shows the same wait
According to GSMArena, even the 1TB and 2TB versions showed 22 January. The article does not state the year, so treat it as the next January.
The first wave of pre-orders covers more than 70 countries and regions.
How many units will Apple make?
Analyst Jeff Pu expects about 6 million units this year, cut from an earlier 7 million. This is an analyst estimate, not an Apple figure.
For India context, see our guide to the iPhone Duo price in the country.
A case problem too
GSMArena also reports that Apple’s US silicone case, priced at $79, needs its inner adhesive exposed or it falls off. The $129 Folio is the alternative.
What buyers should do
If you want the phone, keep checking Apple’s store for restocks and consider store pickup slots. Avoid paying inflated grey-market prices until supply improves.
Source: GSMArena, GSMArena case report.
Quick Answers
When will the iPhone Duo ship now?
Apple’s store shows 22 January for pre-orders placed after the first hours.
Is the supply estimate official?
No, it is an analyst estimate.
Do all storage options show the delay?
Yes, GSMArena saw the same date for all.
How many units will Apple make?
Analyst Jeff Pu expects about 6 million units this year, cut from an earlier 7 million. This is an analyst estimate, not an Apple figure. For India context, see our guide to the iPhone Duo price in the country.
