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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Teardown

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Teardown: crwdns2935265:00crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
  • Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip may unfold in a new direction, but its updates aren’t the panacea for foldable phones.

  • The “sweeper technology” brushes performed hilariously poorly in our dust test. Though the test wasn't exactly demonstrative of real-world use, the amount of dust trapped in the brushes (very little) wasn't exactly confidence-inspiring.

  • The “ultra-thin glass” is actual glass—under a layer of plastic—but it doesn’t feel like glass, or provide a more scratch-resistant surface than the Fold had.

  • Unless you’re an Instagram influencer living in a pristine apartment who needs the newest hotness, this phone is probably not for you. It’s more of a novelty luxury item. And maybe that's okay? All new technology has to start somewhere—let’s hope this one either matures quickly or perishes swiftly.

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