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For years, consumers have debated whether theyre Team Samsung or Team iPhone. From debates over emojis to camera quality, both sides are always ready to defend their favorite. Well, it looks like Samsung isnt folding under the competition as it enters the chat following Apples latest foldable phone reveal.
On Wednesday (Sept. 9), Apple returned with its annual event, where the company revealed its newest products and updates. This year, the company revealed its first-ever foldable phone, now known as the iPhone Duo.
The phone is set to hit shelves on October 23, with prices starting at $1,999. During the reveal, Apple showcased its dual-screen experience, allowing users to run multiple apps simultaneously. Users can also FaceTime while using another app, watch videos on the larger display, and easily switch between the two screens. The iPhone Duo also features an improved 48MP camera system, faster performance and a dual-battery system for longer battery life. Also, the company revealed the iPhone 18 Pro, new accessories, Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5.
However, during Apples latest event, Samsung decided to dial into the conversation and seemingly accused its longtime competitor of copying them. Samsung appeared to reference its Galaxy Z Fold series, which brought foldable phones to its lineup years before Apple entered the market.
On X, the company wrote, “So far, so same. #ItsTimeToSwitch.” Samsung also responded to a post about watching Apple’s event, writing, “Go ahead and take a nap, youre not missing much.” The company continued with several shady posts, poking fun at Apples new foldable phone, features and timing. “Making us wait? Fine. Well be over here, folding 3 ways,”Samsung wrote in another post.
Samsung followed up with, “Its feeling very familiar. Is this a Sims sequel” The company continued the jokes in another post, writing, “Let us know when youre done reheating our leftovers.”
Additionally, Samsung made several comments about Apple’s latest accessories and features as the event continued. Meanwhile, Duolingo joined in on the phone wars after Apple revealed the name of its new foldable phone. The language-learning company joked about its brand being infringed upon before asking, “It’s called the iPhone WHAT???” Duolingo also joked about the similar “Duo” name potentially affecting its SEO as it continued reacting to Apples announcement.
Samsung eventually jumped into Duolingos replies, writing, “Im so sorry, @Duolingo. They copied us too #Solidarity.”
Duolingo jokingly rejected Samsung as its “twin,” prompting the phone company to respond, “Ugly?? Watch your language.” Duolingo later apologized to its new “twin” and joked about Samsung potentially breaking its app on Galaxy phones.
Many folks gathered under The Shade Room as they reacted to Apples latest reveal. Meanwhile, over at The Shade Room Teens, TeaMates were tuned into the phone wars started up by Samsung.
Instagram user @losupreme_ wrote, Oh Samsung got time today
Instagram user @mikevalier added, samsung been the blueprint thowe just love apple more
While Instagram user @_haileyy.b wrote, Keep in mind Apple don’t have to slander y’all to sell they products
Instagram user @_Killaa wrong, Oops not NTTV (Samsung) & ZEUS(Iphone) going at it
Instagram user @sheluvstenge added, cause who samsung think they feeling like apple better respond back
While Instagram user @chris.cringle_ wrote, Not Duolingo getting in the beef too
Instagram user @allthingsmaya_ wrote, No shade I’m about to switch to Samsung
Instagram user @icee.tay added, Ion care what they talking about I’ll never get a Samsung
While Instagram user @toxicqween101 wrote. LMAOO Samsung better give that employee a raise or sum
