iPhone Duo: Avoiding AppleCare+ Might Come at a Cost of $1,499

Last updated on October 14, 2026October 14, 2026 by Neil Hemmings on Categories Gadget

Apple Reveals iPhone Duo Repair Fees Without AppleCare+

Apple has disclosed its anticipated repair fees for the iPhone Duo for customers lacking AppleCare+ coverage. The uppermost fee for “other damage” in the United States has been pegged at a staggering $1,499.

For those who may incur more specific damage, the costs remain comparatively reasonable. For instance, the repair charge for a damaged back glass is set at $199.

Should users wish to replace their iPhone Duo’s battery, the service will be billed at $229.

As previously reported, Apple has made it clear that the nano-texture cover layer situated above the inner display is replaceable. The fee for this service without AppleCare+ is established at $49.

Below is a comprehensive list of the iPhone Duo’s repair fees applicable without AppleCare+:

Damage to cover layer: $49
Back glass damage: $199
Battery service: $229
Rear camera damage: $229
Outer display damage: $379
Outer display and back glass damage: $509
Inner display damage: $999
Other damage: $1,499

Though the repair fees for iPhone Duo with AppleCare+ were previously established, the company has now finally unveiled the costs for those without such coverage.

For customers who elect to secure AppleCare+ for their iPhone Duo—available at $19.99 per month, $199.99 per year, or $399 upfront—here are the associated fees:

Three foldable smartphones with large touchscreens and metallic edges are displayed on a gray surface, two partially open and one fully flat.

Battery service below 80% capacity: $0
Cover layer damage: $19
Back glass damage: $29
Outer display damage: $29
Inner display damage: $99
Other accidental damage: $99
Theft or loss: $149

The pre-order period for the iPhone Duo commences this Friday, October 16, leading up to its launch on Friday, October 23.

Source link: Macrumors.com.

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