Apple’s newly unveiled $1,999 foldable iPhone Duo is facing criticism from left-handed users who claim the device’s design prioritizes right-handed operation. The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch inner screen and a 5.4-inch outer screen, and weighs just over half a pound. Apple describes the closed device as “compact and comfortable to hold,” with controls positioned for easy right-handed access.
Left-handed users express concern that the placement of controls, including the Touch ID button now integrated into the side, will make the phone awkward or “unusable” for those who hold it with their left hand. One Reddit user asked, “Any other southpaws out there that use their phone one-handed with their left?” expressing fears that Apple won’t implement a left-handed mode.
Commenters argue that a software fix wouldn’t be sufficient, as the physical placement of the Touch ID, outer display, and cameras would still favor right-handed users. One YouTube commenter stated, “It’s more than just software… they would have to manufacture a mirrored version for lefties to have the same experience as right-handed people.” Another user questioned whether the design constitutes an accessibility oversight, asking how the phone would accommodate individuals with limited right-hand use or those who have experienced a stroke.
Apple highlights the Duo’s built-in accessibility tools for users with various needs, including AssistiveTouch, Switch Control, Voice Control, and Eye Tracking. Early reviews, such as one from New York Times consumer technology writer Brian X. Chen, describe the device as thin and “dainty” when folded.
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