They would be able to reject those repairs the same way they have done with all their blunders. People just folded their devices in the wrong way which made them break.
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Foldable iPhone Development Allegedly Paused Due to Failing Screens
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They would be able to reject those repairs the same way they have done with all their blunders. People just folded their devices in the wrong way which made them break.
Apple is obligated to explore this as an option, simply because of being a phone manufacturer. This is just standard R&D and nobody should be surprised.
Samsung is able to get away with it because they make many devices and each device sells in much smaller amounts than the iPhone, so they can afford to have a niche foldable device that only some people will buy. When Apple makes one, the demand would be much higher so they need to be sure it's rock solid otherwise there would be a huge backlash.
Samsung is able to get away with it because they make many devices and each device sells in much smaller amounts than the iPhone, so they can afford to have a niche foldable device that only some people will buy. When Apple makes one, the demand would be much higher so they need to be sure it's rock solid otherwise there would be a huge backlash.
First off, I am all for an iPhone Fold. Second, what specs is Apple looking for? I've owned a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and have no issues with the screen at all. Is Samsung giving Apple wonky screens to slow down their progress?
Wait for Apple to make one, and all of a sudden we'll need it
I know they’re just for illustrative purposes but these mockups are absolutely rancid
If Apple does do one I’m pretty sure it won’t have a crease. Why else would they have waited so long?
Apple has historically delayed deployment of new tech until it reaches their desire design target and price target.
2017 iPhone X was the 1st to get an AMOLED display because the tech was imperfect a decade prior.
Apple don't waste time and money on this gimmick stick to what you know .
For God's sake. I do not want a foldable screen iPhone.
I know I'm not forced to buy one. But if they ever release that, I hope they also release the exact same phone with the same features but without a foldable screen.
I know I'm not forced to buy one. But if they ever release that, I hope they also release the exact same phone with the same features but without a foldable screen.
good news , better shut the whole thing down
The thing that fails on every other folding phone fails on Apple's prototypes? Ya' don't say.
Foldables: The modern equivalent of 3D TVs.
Moved to Samsung Fold 4 and happy with it. Once Apple gives us a folding iPhone, I will return......
Duh, Apple got rid of all their genius R&D people. They haven't innovated the iPhone or Mac in 10 years.
So you and everyone else can complain about apple’s lack of innovation?
They’ll figure it out. You’ll be first in line.
A random account on a foreign platform. Sounds unreliable.
This would be nice. But what I really want is a 'stretchable' screen, which I could size however I wish within a range of width/height. Kinda like the 'rollup' screens that Samsung (https://www.zdnet.com/article/samsung-display-unveils-display-that-rolls-up-like-a-scroll/) and other have shown, but in two directions. Or even many directions.
So I am confused here, the iPhone 5 definitely was NOT just simply a phone. And Apple IS trying the smaller size market, the SE now in third generation with rumors of a 4th on its way, eventually, and the market responded with a yawn. That is, relatively fewer were sold and hence Apple does not update them as often.
I would love a foldable iPad Mini with cellular and a cheap data plan that I can use to ditch my legacy cell phone plan.
I’m not sure I understand the complaints for this product.
1. Quality. We know Apple will demand a crease free fold or it won’t be released, so no concern there.
2. Purpose. It doubles the space with a smaller footprint. And yes, it’ll be slightly thicker.
If nothing else, it’ll force Apple to reimagine iOS as something more than just a grid of icons.
3.We didn’t ask for it!
Guess what, no one asked for an iPad, or VisionPro either. It’s innovating and continually moving the needle forward.
Lastly, not every Apple product is aimed at you. If it don’t want it, don’t buy it.
1. Quality. We know Apple will demand a crease free fold or it won’t be released, so no concern there.
2. Purpose. It doubles the space with a smaller footprint. And yes, it’ll be slightly thicker.
If nothing else, it’ll force Apple to reimagine iOS as something more than just a grid of icons.
3.We didn’t ask for it!
Guess what, no one asked for an iPad, or VisionPro either. It’s innovating and continually moving the needle forward.
Lastly, not every Apple product is aimed at you. If it don’t want it, don’t buy it.
This doesn't pass the sniff test for veracity. Sure, a specific screen fails, cancel that prototype. But the whole project? Dubious. Unless they have data that suggests no one even wants a fordable, they will keep trying. But I get that doesn't make a good headline.
I know 7 days sounds impossible right now but thats because battery technology has not been improved drastically for over 2 decades now. Same Li-Ion batteries from 2000s are being used, we just have faster charging now.