India, Sept. 13 -- Apple's first foldable device, the iPhone Duo, has certainly attracted the technology world's attention. It has liquid metal hinge engineering and a striking dual-screen design, and it is a bold architectural change for iOS.

The iPhone Duo price in India, starting at Rs.2,99,900 and going up to Rs.4,49,900 for the 2TB model, however, puts a serious limit on its appeal. The first-generation foldable costs almost Rs.3 lakh, its real-world battery life has not been independently tested, and it lacks a physical SIM slot while offering a compact 5.4-inch outer display.

Instead of chasing the novelty, a closer look at Apple ecosystem value shows how the same budget can cover your phone, laptop and premium audio requirements...