# Scalpers use AI bots to snap up iPhone Duo inventory, Bloomberg reports

> Original title: You’ll Never Guess How Scalpers Are Reportedly Snagging Rare iPhone Duos

- Source: Gizmodo · AI
- Published: 2026-11-01T17:32:34.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/mp5b8kv5tvcyonv5our0iwvo4
- Original: https://gizmodo.com/youll-never-guess-how-scalpers-are-reportedly-snagging-rare-iphone-duos-2000833542

## Summary

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports scalpers and other buyers are using AI-powered bots to monitor Apple's website and buy newly available iPhone Duo inventory for in-store pickup within seconds. Apple reportedly set aside 20% of available Duos for shipments and in-store pickup, with only 50 to 250 units per store. Some resellers on eBay reportedly sold Duos for double the $1,999 retail price.