Dua Lipa’s phone controversy in Brazil: Fans question whether the singer prefers iPhone over Android

Dua Lipa sparked debate at her Brazil concert after returning a fan’s Android phone and choosing an iPhone to record

Dua Lipa unintentionally kicked off a debate over tech loyalty after a moment at her November 29 concert in Brazil went viral.

In a fan-recorded clip circulating across social media, the singer is seen briefly taking a concertgoer’s phone before handing it back and choosing an iPhone offered from another section of the crowd instead.

The exchange led to immediate backlash online, with some fans accusing the pop star of “rejecting Android users” or showing brand favoritism.

dua lipa immediately discarding a fan's android just to pick up an iphone is so funny 😭 pic.twitter.com/Bzv6NBMvxB

— ໊ (@addictionlipa) November 29, 2025

Others defended her, arguing the situation was misunderstood and had more to do with filming setup than platform preference.

According to people familiar with the tour’s recording practices, the first device handed to her was using a rear Android camera, while the iPhone she accepted matched the vertical video format she uses for tour footage.

Supporters pointed out that Dua Lipa often documents performances in a consistent format, and that the quick swap may have been a practical choice rather than a snub.

Still, the moment sparked fresh debate about celebrity tech allegiances, especially because Dua Lipa is currently one of Apple’s global ambassadors.

As part of the company’s “Shot on iPhone” campaign, she records backstage clips, concert moments, and promotional content using Apple’s latest models and is frequently photographed with an iPhone 17 Pro.

She was also the first public figure seen posing with the device ahead of its release, reinforcing her close association with the brand.

Whether the onstage moment was simply about filming quality or a reflection of her Apple partnership, the brief interaction stirred a larger conversation among fans about device loyalty, celebrity branding, and how much meaning should be read into a split-second choice during a high-energy show.