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Xiaomi, Oppo, Samsung challenge Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo with new foldables

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Several non-US brands, including Xiaomi, Oppo, Motorola, and Samsung, are launching foldable phones that aim to compete with Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo. These devices feature various innovations such as lighter designs, improved camera systems, larger batteries, and faster charging. While some models offer competitive pricing and unique features like passport-style form factors or stylus support, their availability in the US market varies. AI

IMPACT Competitors are launching innovative foldable phones, potentially influencing Apple's strategy and the broader smartphone market.

RANK_REASON Article discusses new product releases from multiple companies that compete with a major upcoming product, but does not announce a new frontier model or significant industry-wide shift.

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Xiaomi, Oppo, Samsung challenge Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo with new foldables

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Filipe Espósito) ·

    How Xiaomi, Oppo and other non-US brands are challenging the iPhone Duo

    Apple's foldable phone has everyone talking, but competitors have their own offerings in different ways.

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