Apple’s quest to prevent damage to the iPhone Fold display has led it to a new design that will protect the screen from Apple’s own hinge mechanism.
A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like – Image Credit: AppleInsider
The development of the iPhone Fold has been dominated by Apple ensuring it doesn’t fall into the same trap as other devices in having screen crease issues. If a Monday claim is true, Apple is also protecting the display from the iPhone Fold’s physical hardware, too.
In a Monday post to Weibo, serial leaker Digital Chat Station claims that the display used in the iPhone Fold will go beyond using “self-healing glass” and a seamless hinge design. The structure of the display panel itself will also play a role.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible
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