Apple’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, launched in India at a starting price of ₹2,99,900. For those seeking extra protection, AppleCare+ is available—but at a hefty ₹51,900, nearly the cost of an entire iPhone 16e. The plan covers accidental damage, hardware repairs, and priority technical support, though customers still pay service fees for eligible repairs.
AppleCare+ Costs Nearly 17% of the iPhone Duo’s Price
The base iPhone Duo (256GB) retails at ₹2,99,900, making the ₹51,900 AppleCare+ plan roughly 17% of the device’s price. Adding the protection plan brings the total for the 256GB model to ₹3,51,800, excluding accessories. AppleCare+ includes hardware coverage, priority support, and accidental damage protection, subject to Apple’s terms and applicable service fees.
Service Fees Still Apply
AppleCare+ does not make accidental repairs free. Customers must pay a service fee based on the damage type:
- Screen-only damage: ₹2,500
- Back-glass-only damage: ₹2,500
- Other accidental damage: ₹8,900
Given the iPhone Duo’s folding inner display, outer display, and hinge mechanism, these fees can still add up. AppleCare+ reduces financial exposure but does not eliminate repair costs.
iPhone Duo Pricing Across Storage Options
The iPhone Duo is available in four storage configurations:
- 256GB: ₹2,99,900
- 512GB: ₹3,24,900
- 1TB: ₹3,74,900
- 2TB: ₹4,49,900
Adding AppleCare+ to the 2TB model pushes the total above ₹5 lakh.
Is AppleCare+ Worth It?
If you want protection against damage or high maintenance costs on Apple’s first-gen foldable, AppleCare+ is an option. However, if you frequently upgrade phones and don’t mind accidental damage, the ₹51,900 premium may be hard to justify.