Today’s key Apple-related news for Oct. 22

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Apple says developers are preparing for iPhone Duo

One unfair (I felt) criticism in the first iPhone Duo reviews I saw was the lack of third-party app support. Apple says over 50 optimized apps will be available as you get hold of one, and more are on the way – and these will be labelled, “Apps for Duo”.

Apple boosts iPhone Duo orders by 44%

Strong sales mean Apple has ordered millions more iPhone Duo units from component suppliers,, following “extraordinary” demand.

iPhone Duo buyers line up days early despite high chance of heartbreak

Unfortunately, limited stock means many hopeful buyers will not be leaving with a new device.

iPhone Duo 2 prototypes are already being tested at Apple

Mark Gurman claims iPhone Duo 2 prototypes include Face ID sensors beneath the display on the outer screen.

Apple, please give family IT admins a pester button

Why is it harder to be a family admin than to manage a corporate fleet?