Apple Stores to Personalize iPhone Duo Startup Screen with Buyer Names
Apple retail staff in the US will customize iPhone Duo devices to display the buyer's name on the initial startup screen.
Key points
- Apple retail stores in the United States will add buyer names to the iPhone Duo startup screen.
- The personalization feature supports English and Spanish language options for new devices.
- iPhone Duo pre-orders begin October 16, with a launch date set for October 23 at $1,999.
Apple retail stores in the United States will customize the iPhone Duo to display the buyer's name on the startup screen when the device turns on for the first time, according to a report by MacRumors citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This personalization feature allows employees to add the customer's name to the "Hello" screen during the initial setup process.
The system will support both English and Spanish language options for the customized greeting. Gurman indicated that this feature is exclusive to iPhone Duo devices purchased in Apple retail stores in the US. It is presumed that the name option will be available for devices ordered for in-store pickup as well as those purchased in person.
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Product Launch Details
The iPhone Duo will be available for pre-order starting on October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific Time. The device is scheduled to launch on October 23. Pricing for the new hardware starts at $1,999. This personalization effort serves as a specific retail touchpoint for the launch of the iPhone Duo.
Retail Implementation Scope
This customization is limited to Apple retail locations within the United States. Online purchases or purchases through other carriers and retailers do not include this specific startup screen personalization according to the current reporting. The feature applies only to the iPhone Duo model and not to other iPhone models currently in the lineup.
What should you do?
Customers planning to purchase an iPhone Duo should decide whether to buy in-store to access the name personalization feature. Those who prefer online purchasing or buying from other retailers will not receive this specific startup customization. Buyers should verify the availability of the device at their local store before visiting.
What to do and how to stay safe: Apple
- Check Apple's website for pre-order start times and local store inventory for the iPhone Duo.
- Decide if you want to purchase in-store to receive the personalized startup screen feature.
- Review the pricing and configuration options for the iPhone Duo before placing an order.
- Confirm if your local Apple Store supports in-store pickup for customized devices.
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Frequently asked questions
Will online purchases of the iPhone Duo include the personalized startup screen?
No, the personalization feature is exclusive to Apple retail stores in the United States.
Which languages are supported for the personalized startup greeting?
The system supports English and Spanish language options for the buyer's name.
When can customers pre-order the iPhone Duo?
Pre-orders begin on October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific Time, with a launch on October 23.
