During CES 2023, Samsung Display presented a prototype of a foldable phone whose display has a 360-degree hinge. THEMDubbed “Flex In & Out,” the new panel stands out by bending inward and outward..
According to BoundaryThe hinge uses a “waterdrop” mechanism promises to leave the screen wrinkle less visible. In addition to putting less strain on the screen, the format also makes the panel “looser” when folded inwards.
All of Samsung’s Galaxy Z series devices fold in only one direction, as they use a 180-degree hinge. In this way, the new screen will be a great innovation for the line.
There is an expectation that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will use the 360-degree folding panel.. Rumors suggest that the brand’s next foldable product may feature a display with less obvious wrinkles and use a hinge with a similar mechanism.
The change should also fix the “faulty” hinge. Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. Several users have complained that the “U” shaped component still creates a very prominent crease, which does not find the user experience very positive.
It is worth noting that some competing folding phones, such as the Oppo Find N2 and Motorola Razr 2022, already use screens with almost invisible wrinkles. For some analysts, Samsung needs to fix this “flaw” to make the Galaxy Z series “perfect”.
When will the Galaxy Z Fold 5 be released?
So far, there are no predictions for the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5. However, Samsung usually announces new folding devices at special events held in August.
Source: Tec Mundo
