https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-exact-iphone-duo-hinge-issue-may-have-been-identified-thereby-absolving-appleContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-exact-iphone-duo-hinge-issue-may-have-been-identified-thereby-absolving-applehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-exact-iphone-duo-hinge-issue-may-have-been-identified-thereby-absolving-apple#u193270Wed, 11 Nov 2026 07:07:29 +0000The iPhone Duo inner-screen cracking issue, nicknamed Crackgate, has reportedly been linked to faulty material in a hinge component from one of two suppliers. iFixit separately points to mechanical stress at the fold as a likely cause. Apple has not confirmed either explanation, and reports that the company can identify affected units by serial number remain unverified. Owners can reportedly receive free screen replacements without AppleCare+ while Apple investigates. No recall has been announced.Why it mattersThe failures have appeared on the inner screen near the hinge, where the display is