215: iPhone Duo Arrives, Touchscreen MacBooks Next Up

About this episode

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through the reception to the iPhone Duo as it goes on sale today, what to expect from next week's "Pro and tell" experience, and the iPod's 25th anniversary. 00:00 Intro 00:51 iPod Turns 25 04:43 iPhone Duo Launch and Demand 10:41 iPhone Duo App Optimization 22:31 Living With the iPhone Duo 25:00 Touch ID and the Lack of Face ID 33:00 Battery Life and Thermals 37:09 Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro 46:55 OLED iPad Mini and M6 Macs The ‌iPhone Duo‌ launches today, starting at $1,999, with a 5.4-inch outer display that unfolds into a 7.6-inch inner display. Early reviews present a mixed picture of a device that brings fresh ideas to the iPhone, but asks users to accept some significant compromises. The matte inner display has emerged as a particular highlight, reducing reflections and making the crease less noticeable while providing more space for reading, watching videos, editing photos, and multitasking. Premium construction and performance also make a positive impression, but the software experience is less consistent. Unoptimized apps, wasted screen space, and unfamiliar controls can make the larger display feel underused. Re