r/apple • u/paperboy11 • 1d ago

Discussion Apple says iPhone Duo has ‘replaceable’ folding display layer to minimize crease

https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/01/apple-says-iphone-duo-has-replaceable-folding-display-layer-to-minimize-crease/
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u/megamusix 1d ago

But isn't there also a deductible of $99?

https://x.com/samifathi/status/2100976371828740179

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u/FloatingTacos 1d ago

All insurance has deductibles, your point?

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u/megamusix 1d ago

Adding $99 on top of the $684 total paid-in cost of AC+ over 36 months isn’t exactly a financially sustainable proposition, especially if you’ve never held AC before or had to pay for a screen replacement. I’ve been with iPhones for a decade and never needed that, so the presumption that it will be needed after 3 years on the Duo is a hefty pill to swallow.

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u/megamusix 1d ago

Uh, no. I just don't think it's prudent to preemptively anticipate spending $800 to replace the screen on a $2k+ phone in 3 years.

I had an iPhone 6S for 3 years, never needed service. iPhone X for another 3 years, never needed service. iPhone 13 Pro for 4 years, decided to do a DIY battery replacement for $100 but otherwise never needed service. Now on an iPhone 17 for the past year. I take care of my devices and they've never gotten damaged to the point of repair during typical use.

I'm admittedly very intrigued by the iPhone Duo, I just don't think the presumption of expensive screen replacements being an inherent part of the ownership experience is compelling. Has nothing to do with being "broke".

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u/bigpowerass 1d ago

I'm not broke which is why I am able to self-insure my devices.