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iPhone Duo Abroad: Hong Kong or Malaysia - Best Buy for Indians?
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News18•22-09-2026, 10:51
iPhone Duo Abroad: Hong Kong or Malaysia - Best Buy for Indians?
- •The iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable iPhone, launches in India on October 23 at ₹2,99,900, making it one of the most expensive markets.
- •Indian buyers consider purchasing the iPhone Duo abroad to save money, with Hong Kong and Malaysia emerging as top contenders.
- •While Hong Kong offers a cheaper iPhone Duo price (~₹2.13 lakh vs ~₹2.23 lakh in Malaysia), Malaysia can result in a cheaper overall trip due to significantly lower flight costs from Delhi.
- •Other countries like Thailand, Singapore, UAE, China, Japan, and South Korea also sell the iPhone Duo, each with varying phone prices and travel costs.
- •The final cost depends on flight, visa, accommodation, food, foreign exchange, and crucial Indian Customs duties, which can significantly impact savings.
Key Questions Answered
Apple has officially set the starting price for the 256GB iPhone Duo at ₹2,99,900 in India, making it one of the more expensive markets globally.
Although Hong Kong offers a lower base phone price, Malaysia can result in a lower total trip cost because return flights from Delhi are significantly cheaper and Indians enjoy a visa exemption.
No, the iPhone Duo is an eSIM-only device and does not feature a physical SIM tray, so Indian buyers must verify operator support before purchasing.
