Apple might have been late to the foldable phone market, but the new device is already turning heads across the aisle. A recent survey reveals that the iPhone Duo is catching the eye of people who traditionally use competing devices. Even though Android users are known for being loyal to their platform, a large portion of them are now considering a switch to this new folding phone.
A notable portion of voters are open to switching sides
The survey gathered responses from over a thousand readers on the tech website Android Authority. While about 39 percent of voters said they simply do not care about folding phones at all, the remaining responses painted an interesting picture. Around 16 percent of total voters said they are ready to buy the new iPhone right now. Another 10 percent said they are tempted but feel the cameras need improvement before making the jump.
When you remove the people who do not want a folding phone from the math, the numbers look even better for Apple. Among fans of the foldable design, over a quarter are keen to switch to its new hardware. Another 17 percent are highly tempted. This shows a lot of enthusiasm from an audience that usually ignores products from this specific brand.
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High prices and software limits keep some buyers away
Despite the positive poll numbers, plenty of users plan to stick with their current hardware. About 34 percent of the total voters said they will keep using their current folding devices. A big reason for this hesitation is the steep price. At two thousand dollars, the device is an expensive purchase that pushes many potential buyers away.
Software differences also play a huge role in the decision. Some readers pointed out that moving away from their current system means losing the freedom to install apps from outside stores and manage files easily. Others noted that restrictions on accessing text messages through a Windows computer would make the device hard to use for work.
The arrival of a new major player in the foldable space is a win for all smartphone fans. This extra competition will likely force other manufacturers to build better hardware and release better software features in the future.
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