Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Lands in India at Nearly ₹3 Lakh

Apple has finally unveiled its much‑talked‑about foldable, the iPhone Duo, and it’s stepping onto Indian soil with a jaw‑dropping price of ₹2,99,900. That makes it the priciest iPhone the company has ever sold, nudging the premium‑smartphone conversation into a whole new league.

What’s inside this pricey slab? Apple is offering a massive 2TB of storage at the top end – enough to hoard thousands of photos, videos, and apps without a second thought. There are a handful of storage tiers, but the headline‑grabbing 2TB model will surely appeal to power users and those who simply love flaunting the latest tech.

The rollout is timed for October. Pre‑orders kick off on 16 October, and the first units will start shipping a week later, on 23 October, across India and more than 70 other markets. Apple is clearly positioning the Duo as a flagship launch, separate from the iPhone 18 Pro line‑up.

Speaking of the Pro series, Apple isn’t holding back there either. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at ₹1,64,900, while the Pro Max begins at ₹1,79,900. Both come in four storage choices and even a new burgundy finish, underscoring Apple’s push deeper into the ultra‑premium bracket.

Why the high‑price push now? Apple’s India business is finally showing the numbers to match the hype. FY26 revenue is estimated to have crossed the $10 billion mark, and Counterpoint Research says iPhone shipments in the country jumped 24 % year‑on‑year to about 14 million units. The Duo, with its foldable form factor, is a statement that Apple sees India as a key growth engine.

All told, the iPhone Duo isn’t just another model – it’s Apple’s entry into a niche but rapidly growing segment where design, novelty, and sheer prestige command hefty price tags. If you’re willing to splurge, the Duo promises a blend of cutting‑edge hardware and the novelty of a foldable iPhone that few other brands can match.