iFixit Uncovers iPhone Duo’s Screen Design and Repairability

iFixit opened Apple’s newest foldable iPhone, the Duo, and documented its internal construction. The review awarded the device a 5‑out‑of‑10 repairability score, the highest yet for a foldable phone. Inspecting the display, iFixit noted a matte nano‑texture layer that improves readability in bright light and scatters reflections to conceal the fold crease. Microscopic examination revealed oval‑shaped subpixels positioned at various angles, a design feature that may influence pixel performance. The teardown also highlighted the phone’s hinge mechanism and internal component layout, offering insight into how Apple balances durability with the demands of a folding form factor. These findings provide a clearer picture of the Duo’s build quality and the challenges of repairing a foldable device.