Abstract:
iPhone Duo started pre-sale this Friday. As soon as it went on sale, the official website and e-commerce platform were crowded, and the first batch of supplies was quickly sold out.
Although the phone only supports eSIM, has no Face ID, and has no telephoto lens, iPhone Duo still ignited the enthusiasm of consumers, and the rush to buy during the launch phase was very hot.
As early as a month ago, quotations for iPhone Duo pre-sale orders on the Dewu platform began. On September 11, the 1TB version priced at 21,499 yuan was once priced at a premium of 79,999 yuan, a premium of more than 58,000 yuan. At that time, the market’s expectations for Apple’s first foldable screen were evident.
Today, the price of iPhone Duo in third-party channels has dropped significantly. Many scalpers only increased the price by 3,000 yuan on the second-hand trading platform and promised to get the goods on the first day of sale. From the exaggerated premium of nearly 60,000 yuan in the early days to the current price increase of 3,000 yuan, the price has dropped significantly.
Although the price of scalpers has dropped significantly, many netizens still suggest that consumers do not need to buy goods from scalpers. The current price is just a premium caused by the short-term supply and demand imbalance. As the production line yield rate steadily improves, iPhone Duo production capacity will continue to climb. In one or two months, supply is expected to be sufficient, and prices are expected to further return to rationality.
Some observers put it very bluntly: increasing the price by three to five thousand now is equivalent to working for scalpers. For a first-generation folding screen with obvious trade-offs, patiently waiting for official supply is far more cost-effective than increasing the price.
At present, official channels can still queue up for reservations normally, but the delivery is delayed. By waiting a little longer, you can save thousands of dollars in premium and enjoy the full official warranty. Getting it early only gives you a short-term experience, and paying the extra cost is not cost-effective. The current iPhone Duo shipment time has been scheduled to January, with a starting price of 15,999 yuan.
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