Digital World: A Technology Podcast

Apple Just Told Its Stores: DON’T Sell the iPhone Duo on Launch Day

Anthony Ivanovsky — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:19:27 -0400

Apple Store employees say they've been told to turn away walk-ins on iPhone Duo launch day — and scalpers are already flipping Duos on eBay for $5,000. Here's what Apple's "extraordinary demand" statement really means, why the scalper premium collapses within weeks, and the honest five-step plan for getting a Duo as close to October 23 as possible (US and Canada). No guarantees. No hype. Just the plan.

In this episode:
- Apple's statement to the Financial Times, and the supply numbers behind it (a few hundred units a day, ~60% yields, orders up 30%)
- The eBay resales: a $5,000 Night Sky 2TB, a $4,400 "confirmed preorder," dozens of listings — and 4 reasons not to buy one
- Apple retail staff told to warn customers against showing up on October 23 without a preorder
- The 5-step playbook: hold an Apple order, hold a carrier order, the October 24 pickup check, carrier stores on launch day, order-status hygiene
- Canada: Toronto stores to check, Rogers/Bell/Telus allocations

CHAPTERS
0:00 $5,000 on eBay, and Apple's walk-in warning
1:15 What Apple said, and what the supply numbers say
3:45 The scalper economy: why the math fails
6:45 How to get a Duo on launch day (the honest version)
11:15 Wrap-up: launch-day episode coming October 23

Previous episode — iPhone Duo Sold Out Until 2027: Here's How to Still Get One: [link]

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Si6JIrlR5GKlXYE39Z4SU

SOURCES
MacRumors, 9to5Mac, Macworld, The Apple Post, Max Tech, Verizon. Full source list in the show notes at podcast.ivanovsky.ca.

Digital World is hosted by Anthony Ivanovsky, a Toronto-based product and IT/SaaS lead. Not affiliated with Apple, eBay or any carrier. Prices, ship dates and store guidance are as of October 17, 2026 and will change.

#iPhoneDuo #Apple #Scalpers

iPhone Duo Preorder Day Was a Mess!

Anthony Ivanovsky — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:46:20 -0400

Apple's $1,999 US / $2,999 CAD folding iPhone went on preorder Friday morning and slipped to January 25, 2027 in about 30 minutes. Here's exactly what happened, where the carriers and Best Buy still had stock, what the "$1,200 off" deals actually cost you, and a practical playbook if you missed the window.

In this episode of Digital World:
- What the iPhone Duo is (and what it's missing vs the iPhone 18 Pro)
- US and Canadian pricing, and why Canada pays ~10% over the exchange rate
- Minute-by-minute: how preorder day went at Apple, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and Best Buy
- The fine print behind carrier trade-in credits (36-month bill credits, plan tiers)
- Repair costs and why AppleCare+ is mandatory on this phone
- 5 ways to still get one before January, including the in-store pickup trick
- Should you buy it, or wait?

CHAPTERS
0:00 Preorder day in 60 seconds
1:30 What the iPhone Duo actually is
4:30 How preorder day went (the slip timeline)
8:30 Trade-ins, carrier deals and the fine print
12:00 Still waiting? The playbook
15:00 Should you even buy one?
16:30 Wrap-up

SOURCES
MacRumors, Macworld, AppleInsider, 9to5Mac, iPhone in Canada, CBC News, Apple.com/ca. Full source list in the show notes at podcast.ivanovsky.ca.

Digital World is hosted by Anthony Ivanovsky, a Toronto-based product and IT/SaaS lead. Not affiliated with Apple or any carrier. Prices and ship dates are as of October 16, 2026 and will change.

#iPhoneDuo #Apple #FoldableiPhone

Apple Buyers Guide, Black Friday 2023

Anthony Ivanovsky — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 14:19:18 -0500

With the Black Friday season upon us, and the Holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to get into your next Apple Device!

In this simple guide, I'll be walking you through Apple's entire lineup, while presenting exclusive savings on some of the latest hardware.

MacBook Buyers Guide:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfsWLDGQDDY&t=29s

GetOrchard iPhone Deals:
https://www.getorchard.com/

Show Summary:
In Episode 3 of the Digital World Podcast, host Anthony Ivanovsky shares valuable tips for saving money on Apple devices during Black Friday. He advises against buying iPhones directly from Apple and suggests exploring deals from local carriers. Additionally, Anthony recommends the iPhone SE for budget-conscious buyers. He discusses AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac, highlighting Black Friday discounts and providing insights into which models to consider. For TV streaming, he suggests alternatives to the Apple TV. Anthony also emphasizes the importance of accessories and shares a discount code for Belkin products. Overall, he encourages listeners to shop smart and make informed decisions this Black Friday.

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https://www.ivanovsky.ca/
Host: Anthony Ivanovsky

Make Money for Your Old Tech

Anthony Ivanovsky — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:16:29 -0400

With new technology being released every day, and prices on the rise, getting the most for your old device is more important than ever.

In this simple guide, I break down how to make more money when trading in or selling your old electronics on eBay.

The timing could not be better as Apple prepares to release the iPhone 15 models.

Trade In Resources:
Canada
USA/North America

Privately Selling Resources:
Start Selling on eBay

Connect with me:
https://www.ivanovsky.ca/
Host: Anthony Ivanovsky

MacBook Buyers Guide, 2023

Anthony Ivanovsky — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:11:17 -0400

If you’re a student, first time buyer, or the average joe using a computer, this MacBook buyers guide will help you save money and get into the right device!
Since the release of Apple’s Silicon it’s become so challenging to choose the right MacBook to buy. With new models being released, and variances in prices between a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, it’s easy to get stuck with the wrong device.
But, by following the simple buying guidelines we walked through, and selecting hardware based on your needs, you’ll be able to get into a MacBook that keeps you most productive without breaking the bank.

Apple MacBook Buying Resources:

OWC Used MacBooks
Apple Education Discount
Apple Refurbished Store

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https://www.ivanovsky.ca/