Foldable Phone Owners Cite 4 Main Problems as Prices Reach $1,999.99
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Updated · SlashGear · Jul 14
Foldable Phone Owners Cite 4 Main Problems as Prices Reach $1,999.99
3 articles · Updated · SlashGear · Jul 14
Summary
Four recurring complaints dominate foldable-phone ownership: fragile hinges, a visible screen crease, high prices and awkward aspect ratios that can leave black bars on video.
Hinges remain the biggest mechanical worry because dirt, drops and long-term wear can stop a phone from closing flat, even as Which? said almost all tested models survived 30,000 folds in 2025 lab tests.
The center crease stems from repeated stress on softer flexible displays, making foldables more prone than standard glass screens to scratches and other surface damage over time.
Price is still a major adoption barrier, with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold7 starting at $1,999.99, while the squarer inner screens can waste viewing area on standard widescreen content.