Observed Signal · Sep 14, 2026 · Corporate Update · Source: Telefónica Deutschland · Impact: 4/5
Neue iPhone-Generation bei O 2: Erstmals das faltbare iPhone Duo im Sortiment von Apple
Telefónica Deutschland (O2) is offering Apple's new iPhone generation, including the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with pre-orders open since September 12, 2026, and the first foldable iPhone Duo available for pre-order starting October 16, 2026. The announcement also includes new pricing for Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5, along with enhanced discounts for existing customers.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Telefónica Deutschland (O2) offers the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for pre-order since September 12, 2026, and the foldable iPhone Duo for pre-order starting October 16, 2026.
- The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable iPhone, available in colors Nachthimmel and Sternenweiß with storage from 256 GB to 2 TB.
- The iPhone 18 Pro with 256 GB and O2 Mobile Unlimited M costs from €68.49 per month with €1 down payment; the iPhone 18 Pro Max with 256 GB starts at €72.99 per month.
- Existing O2 customers receive a higher monthly discount of €15 instead of €10 from the 19th contract month, and the combination discount for a second SIM also increases to €15.
- O2 also offers Apple Watch Series 12 from €34.49 per month, Apple Watch Ultra 4 from €52.49 per month, and AirPods 5 from €6.50 per month.
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Neue Glasfaser-Kooperation Telefónica Deutschland gewinnt mit Deutsche Glasfaser Zugang zu rund drei Millionen weiteren Haushalten
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Apple iPhone Duo Pre-Orders Launch in Austria, Germany
Apple's foldable iPhone Duo is now available for pre-order in Austria and Germany, starting at €2,299 (Germany) and €2,319 (Austria). Shipments begin next week, with limited initial supply expected. The device features a 7.6-inch inner display, A20 Pro chip, and dual 48MP cameras, but lacks Face ID, opting for Touch ID instead. Siri AI is not available at launch in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act. Alternatives include Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Xiaomi's 18 Fold, though the latter is only available in China.
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