iPhone Duo vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: Is $2,000 worth it? - Fox News
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How much would you pay for a phone that turns into a small tablet? Apple is betting the answer is nearly $2,000. After seven years of watching Samsung build folding phones, Apple has finally entered the race with its first-ever foldable iPhone. The new iPhone Duo, which went on sale Oct. 23, opens like a book to reveal a 7.6-inch screen. Its biggest competitor, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, offers the same screen size and a remarkably similar design. However, Samsung's phone is lighter and costs about $100 less. Apple has some interesting advantages of its own, including impressive battery performance and a clever screen designed to reduce glare. But there are compromises on both sides, including a repair bill that might make you think twice about carrying either phone without protection. So, has Apple finally cracked the folding phone formula, or does Samsung still have the better idea? Missed CyberGuy LIVE? Watch the replay and discover 5 ways to travel smarter and save money. Our free CyberGuy LIVE class, 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money, has ended, but you can still watch the full replay. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson walks you through five practical ways to protect your phone and personal information, avoid common travel scams, find better deals, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Watch the free replay + downloadable checklist now at CyberGuyLive.com. 8 BIGGEST THINGS WE LEARNED FROM APPLE'S 2026 EVENT Apple enters the foldable phone race seven years late Samsung introduced the original Galaxy Fold in 2019. Those early devices came with plenty of growing pains, including concerns about screen durability. Since then, Samsung has steadily improved its folding technology. Apple…
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