Nine mistakes your foldable phone will never forgive you for
An expert guide details critical mistakes to avoid when using foldable and flip smartphones, focusing on fragile inner screens and complex hinge mechanisms. Manufacturers strongly advise against removing pre-installed screen protectors or forcing the device open.
Why it matters
Foldable phones are expensive investments; understanding proper handling prevents costly hardware damage and improves device longevity.
BERLIN : A fairly small, conventional screen on the outside, but tablet-worthy dimensions when unfolded: foldable and flip smartphones, also known as foldables, offer the best of both worlds. They are easy to carry and can be propped up in different ways thanks to their hinges.
However, the highly complex inner screens and hinges are the Achilles' heel of foldables, even though manufacturers have made these parts much more robust in recent years.
Before folding or unfolding a phone, you need to check that its hinges are clear and that nothing is on the screen. Never force it open or closed if there is resistance, and never treat the inner screen like ordinary glass.
The most widely available folding smartphone brands are Samsung, Motorola, Honor, Huawei and Oppo, while Apple is set to launch its iPhone Duo later in October.
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