Shortly after the iPhone Duo launched, a few users reported hinge issues that were causing cracks in the inner display. Apple has now responded to the reports in a statement to MacRumors, saying a small number of units are affected. The response to iPhone Duo from early users has been incredibly positive, and we are seeing exciting things from developers who are rapidly updating their apps to take advantage of its unique form factor.
  • bitteroldcoot@piefed.socialEnglish
    26·
    6 days ago

    "Apple did not say what causes the cracking, or if a fix is planned. Affected users have been able to get in-store replacements, though with limited stock available, some are having to wait.

    According to Apple, the problem is limited in scope. Most users are not going to see an issue with their ‌iPhone Duo‌ display, and it’s not a defect people have to worry about showing up over time. On affected units, the crack seems to show up shortly after purchase. "

    • ddh@lemmy.sdf.orgEnglish
      19·
      6 days ago

      Hmm, we only have ‘shortly after purchase’ so far. Cracks that develop after that I guess we will have to see!

    • GamingChairModel@lemmy.world
      3·
      5 days ago

      On affected units, the crack seems to show up shortly after purchase.

      Well, the bathtub curve is shaped like that for a reason, across all sorts of products. We’ll see if this is one of them.