- Apple has enabled its ‘Get Ready’ pre-order configuration process for its first foldable device, the iPhone Duo.
- Official pre-orders go live on Friday, October 16, at 8:00 a.m. ET (5:00 a.m. PT), with shipping slated for October 23.
- The advance setup is critical for prospective buyers facing anticipated limited initial stock quantities.
Apple has officially activated its pre-order configuration service for the iPhone Duo, the company’s first foldable smartphone. Starting today, prospective buyers can visit the Apple Store Online or launch the Apple Store app to pre-configure and save their exact device specifications ahead of the retail launch rush.
Pre-Order Timeline and Launch Details
Apple initially introduced the foldable handset during its major September product showcase alongside the flagship iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. Context on this rollout was previously analyzed in our coverage of the Apple ecosystem expansion and iPhone Duo release.
Official orders open on Friday, October 16, at precisely 8:00 a.m. ET / 5:00 a.m. PT. Deliveries and general retail shipments are set to begin one week later, on Friday, October 23.
| Milestone | Date & Time | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Get Ready Configuration Period | Live Now | Apple Store app & Apple Store Online |
| Pre-Orders Officially Open | October 16 (8:00 a.m. ET / 5:00 a.m. PT) | Global Storefronts |
| Official Shipping Date | October 23 | Initial Delivery Batch |
Streamlining Checkout with the Get Ready Tool
Because the iPhone Duo is slated to arrive in rather restricted supply initially, Apple has established a strict cutoff time for buyers looking to complete their ‘Get Ready’ process before checkout officially opens. The setup tool allows customers to handle critical decisions in advance, including:
- Selecting exterior color finishes;
- Choosing internal storage tiers;
- Configuring cellular carrier preferences;
- Pre-approving payment methods and checkout settings.
By pre-saving these options, buyers can bypass the multi-step configuration process when the pre-order gate opens, ensuring the fastest possible transaction before launch-day allocations deplete.
For high-demand hardware facing initial supply constraints, pre-configuring options via the Get Ready feature directly determines whether your shipment arrives on launch day (October 23) or slips into several weeks of delivery backlog.
I set up my Duo config last night, and while saving specs is seamless, carrier financing checks still hang up occasionally. Make sure your default card on Apple Pay is verified beforehand so you can just double-click right at 5:00 a.m. PT without authentication snags.