Top tech editors share their thoughts and questions about the new iPhone Duo foldable phone. Watch PCMag’s Iyaz Akhtar, CNET’s Scott Stein and Bridget Carey, Mashable’s Timothy Beck Werth and ZDNET’s Nina Raemont as they break down all the news and devices announced at Apple’s September iPhone 18 event.
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Timecode chapters
00:00 Apple event opening and event expectations
02:15 iPhone duo keynote reveal and initial impressions
05:10 iPhone duo design: foldable display and hinge mechanics
08:45 Inner vs. outer screens: passport size and aspect ratios
11:30 Under-display camera tech and crease test breakdown
14:20 Apple Pencil support and new dock UI
17:05 Performance: A20 Pro chip, RAM and eSIM battery gains
20:40 Touch ID return and biometric security options
23:15 iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: Variable aperture camera system
26:50 iPhone 18 Pro battery life and 15-minute fast charging
29:30 Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4: Longevity and health metrics
32:10 AirPods 5 updates and live translation features
35:40 Pricing breakdown, preorders and value analysis
38:15 Final verdict and which device you should buy
Video credits
Hosts: Bridget Carey and Iyaz Akhtar
Panelists: Patrick Holland, Abrar Al-Heeti, Nina Raemont and Timothy Beck Werth
Producer: Stephen Beacham
Co-producer: Vidisha Yadav
Camera: Carly Marsh
Thumbnail designer: Tharon Green
