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Apple nailed iPhone Duo split screen, even as iPad multitasking feels convoluted

Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone Duo, its new foldable device that features a successful split screen capability. Reviewers and tech analysts are comparing the new foldable against existing hardware like the iPhone 18 Pro, iPad Mini, and even Samsung devices. While initial hands-on reports praise the implementation of the split-screen multitasking on the foldable phone, questions remain about how it compares to traditional Apple tablets. Meanwhile, iPad multitasking continues to draw criticism from users for feeling convoluted despite Apple's recent hardware expansions.

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Apple officially unveiled the new iPhone Duo foldable device featuring split-screen capabilities.

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  1. Apple Unveils Foldable iPhone Duo With Split Screen

    Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone Duo, its new foldable device that features a successful split screen capability. Reviewers and tech analysts are comparing the new foldable against existing hardware like the iPhone 18 Pro, iPad Mini, and even Samsung devices. While initial hands-on reports praise the implementation of the split-screen multitasking on the foldable phone, questions remain about how it compares to traditional Apple tablets. Meanwhile, iPad multitasking continues to draw criticism from users for feeling convoluted despite Apple's recent hardware expansions.

    Why it matters

    Apple's entry into the foldable market marks a significant shift in its mobile lineup, raising questions about whether a single foldable device can replace both standard smartphones and tablets. The launch puts pressure on existing mobile ecosystems, drawing comparisons to competitors like Samsung. At the same time, ongoing software critiques regarding iPad multitasking highlight persistent challenges in Apple's user interface design across different form factors.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Samsung claimed that Tim Cook bought a Galaxy Fold.

    What to watch next

    • Further reviews comparing the iPhone Duo to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPad Mini
    • Real-world testing of the ultra-thin bendable glass on the iPhone Duo
    • Long-term user feedback on iPhone Duo split-screen multitasking versus iPad multitasking
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. Apple — Apple unveils iPhone Duo
    2. TechRepublic — iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro + iPad Mini: Can One Foldable Really Replace Both?
    3. The Verge — Samsung says ‘Tim Cook’ bought a Galaxy Fold
    4. The New York Times — I Tried Apple’s New Foldable iPhone Duo. Here’s How It Compares.
    5. 9to5mac.com — Apple nailed iPhone Duo split screen, even as iPad multitasking feels convoluted
    6. The New York Times — Glass Thinner Than a Human Hair: How the New iPhone Bends but Doesn’t Break
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