CNET compares the iPhone Duo foldable to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, noting they share similar passport-style designs and $100 price difference. The Duo offers superior dust protection and wireless charging, while the Fold 8 has slightly better wired charging and dual selfie cameras. Samsung's known durability issues may influence consumer choice between the $1999 Duo and $1900 Fold 8.
Apple released a study demonstrating that Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 feature the most accurate heart rate sensing in wearables, tested against leading competitors like Garmin, Google, Samsung, and Oura across 1,460 participants in outdoor and indoor activities. The new Health Sensing System with upgraded electrical and optical sensors showed statistically better accuracy in 139 of 159 comparisons.
TrendForce predicts Apple's iPhone Duo will capture 24.8% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026 with 5 million unit shipments, offsetting a broader 20% decline in the segment. Samsung is expected to lead with 35.1% share, while Huawei matches Apple's volume. Apple's design prioritizes thinness by omitting periscope telephoto and using side-mounted Touch ID instead of Face ID.
Samsung welcomes Apple's entry into the foldable smartphone market but appears anxious about the iPhone Duo/Ultra's superior build quality. Samsung currently leads with 38% market share but faces losing ground as Apple is predicted to capture 40% within a year. Samsung's executive emphasized device weight as key to customer value, implicitly criticizing Apple's heavier 235g design versus Samsung's 201g Galaxy Fold 8.