Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is accepting pre-orders for the iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable iPhone, on October 16 from 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Subscribers can get the device through Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999 with monthly payments starting at PHP 6,304, along with exclusive data offers and accessory discounts.
The pre-order window is limited. Customers who miss the October 16 schedule will be placed on a waitlist, while Smart Infinity members can place their orders through their relationship managers or by calling *800.
Why it matters: Smart’s offer gives subscribers another way to get Apple’s new foldable device through a postpaid plan instead of paying for it upfront. The package also includes additional data, accessory discounts, and installment options that may help customers manage the cost of upgrading to the new iPhone.
The details: Smart Postpaid customers can pre-order the iPhone Duo through Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999, with monthly payments starting at PHP 6,304. Eligible customers can also use zero-interest credit card installments for up to 24 months through select banks.
The plan includes an open-line device, an Unli App bundle of the subscriber’s choice, UNLI 5G for 12 months, Open Access Data, and high priority on the Smart network.
Existing Smart Postpaid subscribers renewing their plans can access more flexible payment options for up to 36 months, with payments charged directly to their postpaid bills.
Customers who successfully pre-order the device can also receive several promotional benefits. These include 18GB of free Open Access Data valid for three months, a free PHP 5,000 discount voucher for select Smart accessories, and an 18% discount on select third-party Digimap accessories.
Customers who place their orders through the Smart Online Store will receive a complimentary AirTag. Meanwhile, customers who pre-order the iPhone Duo through Smart Prepaid will receive a free eSIM.
The bigger picture: Smart is also offering the device through Smart Infinity, its premium mobile service. Plans start with Infinity Plan 5000, while the enhanced Infinity Roam+ Plans provide up to 40GB of roaming data valid for 365 days.
Members can also consider the Infinity Plus Plan 9500, which includes one primary line and two supplementary lines. The multi-line arrangement allows subscribers to extend their Infinity privileges to other members of their household or family.
Smart Infinity members also receive personalized services, including worldwide lifestyle assistance through Infinity Concierge, 24/7 hotline support through *800, partner offers under the Infinity Collection, dedicated relationship manager assistance, and priority service at Smart Stores nationwide.
Between the lines: The iPhone Duo’s foldable design is a major part of Apple’s new device experience. It features a 7.6-inch inner display and a 5.4-inch outer display, allowing users to switch between a compact phone format and a larger screen for apps, content, and multitasking.
Apple’s device also introduces features such as Duo Preview, Smart Take, and Split View. The A20 Pro chip, advanced camera system, and all-day battery are designed to bring Pro-level capabilities to the foldable form factor.
For users who rely on their phones for work and entertainment, the larger inner display could offer more room for viewing content and handling multiple tasks. The smaller outer screen, meanwhile, provides a more compact way to interact with the device when it is folded.
For Filipinos: Smart is also highlighting its Smart Device Link service, which allows customers to connect multiple compatible Apple devices to a single Smart Postpaid account.
Apple Watch users, for example, can remain connected to calls, text messages, and mobile data even when their iPhone is not nearby. Smart Postpaid customers can subscribe to Smart Device Link for PHP 199 per month, with the fee charged to their postpaid bill.
The service adds another option for customers who use multiple Apple devices and want to maintain connectivity across them without relying on their iPhone being within reach.
What’s next: Smart’s iPhone Duo pre-order period runs from 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on October 16 via https://smrt.ph/PreorderTheiPhoneDuo. Customers who do not place an order during that window will be added to a waitlist. Smart Infinity members may coordinate with their relationship managers or contact *800.
Smart is promoting the device alongside its 5G network, which recently received recognition from Ookla for Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines for the first half of 2026. Smart recorded a Video Score of 72.82, the highest among mobile operators in the country, according to the company.
The Bottom Line: Smart’s iPhone Duo offer combines Apple’s first foldable iPhone with postpaid payment options, additional data, and accessory perks. With monthly payments starting at PHP 6,304 through Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999, the offer may appeal to subscribers who want the new device through a carrier plan. However, the limited pre-order window means interested customers need to act within the announced schedule or join the waitlist.
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