https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iphone-duo-buyers-to-get-a-special-surprise-at-u-s-apple-stores-gurman-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iphone-duo-buyers-to-get-a-special-surprise-at-u-s-apple-stores-gurman-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iphone-duo-buyers-to-get-a-special-surprise-at-u-s-apple-stores-gurman-says#u133259Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:51:36 +0000Customers purchasing the iPhone Duo at U.S. Apple Stores will see their own names on the device startup screen during the first boot. Mark Gurman reports this customization is limited to the U.S. market and the Duo model, supporting English and Spanish. The device starts at $1,999 for 256GB of storage, available in star white and night sky. While pre-orders are open, some shipping estimates have already slipped into 2027. Apple has also implemented a "Get Ready" service to streamline the pre-order process for customers.Why it mattersThis personalized greeting is a first for iPhone ha