Apple’s first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, could be expensive to repair if it is damaged outside warranty. Newly published US estimates show that replacing the inner folding display costs $999 without AppleCare+, while repairs classed as “other damage” can reach $1,499.

Estimated iPhone Duo repair fees without AppleCare+

• Cover-layer damage: $49
• Back-glass damage: $199
• Battery service: $229
• Rear-camera damage: $229
• Outer-display damage: $379
• Outer display and back glass: $509
• Inner folding display: $999
• Other damage: $1,499

How AppleCare+ changes the cost

Reported AppleCare+ fees are much lower for several repairs: battery service may be free when eligible, cover-layer replacement is $19, back glass and outer-display repairs are $29, and inner-display or other accidental-damage repairs are $99. Theft or loss claims are listed at $149 under the relevant coverage.

The reported AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss pricing is $19.99 per month, $199.99 per year, or $399 upfront. Buyers should review the plan’s terms, eligibility and coverage duration before deciding whether it is worthwhile.

What this means for buyers

The iPhone Duo reportedly starts at $1,999 in the US, so a $999 inner-screen repair would be a significant expense. Foldable-phone buyers should consider the cost of protection alongside the purchase price, and confirm local service availability and charges with an authorised provider. These figures are US estimates and may not match repair prices in Uganda.

Source: CNET — iPhone Duo Repair Prices Foldable AppleCare.

Orig Gadgets Tech Blog summarises the reported repair estimates for readers. Prices and coverage can change; check Apple’s current terms before making a purchase decision.