The new iPhone Duo it is one of the most anticipated smartphones for the next few weeks. The Apple model, although it was presented at the beginning of September, will only be available on the market during the second half of October, also due to production problems that prevent the Cupertino company from having significant stocks.
Does price make a difference?
While waiting for the commercial launch, the new iPhone Duo has had its first impact on the market. Its main rival, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, recorded a increase in weekly sales after the presentation of Apple’s leaflet. This increase concerns the South Korea and is estimated at approximately +10% compared to the previous week.
There are no particular offers and discounts behind this unusual growth. The main factor could be another: the price difference. The new iPhone Duo is much more expensive than the Galaxy Z Fold 8. In South Korea, in particular, this gap is relevant with Apple’s leaflet costs 44% more than Samsung’s.
Many Korean users, interested in the new format of the leaflet, may have waited for the presentation of the iPhone Duo to find out the price of the Apple model. The high cost may, therefore, have convinced many potential buyers to focus on the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
A significant difference also in Italy
This price difference is significant also in Italynot so much regarding the list price (just over 200 euros), however. The street price of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is much lower than the list price and the foldable can be purchased, relatively easily, for less than 1,500 euros.
