Folding phones have a durability problem and they’re tough to fix
While folding phones are generating major buzz and being heralded as the future of smartphone design , they have a few hurdles to jump before they're truly ready for primetime. Sky-high prices and technical growing pains are not unusual for new directions in tech, and most early adopters understand that, but evidence that foldable smartphones have a major durability problem is rapidly mounting. To make matters worse, folding phones are proving extremely difficult and expensive to fix. Delayed launches , limited stock , cracked and scratched screens , and repair issues are tarnishing the shiny appeal of this emerging smartphone category. It looks as though manufacturers may have rushed folding phones onto the market before they're ready. The big question is this: Are these problems bad enough that you shouldn't buy a folding phone? We took a closer look at the issues that have arisen, the cost of repair, and what manufacturers are doing to see if we can find an answer.
