iPhone Duo Hinge Design Identified as Potential Cause of Screen Cracking Issues
A teardown by YouTuber CuriousHagi suggests a structural flaw in the iPhone Duo's hinge mechanism is responsible for widespread screen cracking reports, colloquially termed 'crackgate.' The investigation revealed that one specific link within the complex multi-part hinge system is thinner than adjacent components, causing it to snap at a weak notch during use. Users have reported catastrophic screen failures occurring shortly after device activation. The teardown also identified physical marks where the hinge meets the support plate, suggesting mechanical interference may be contributing to the structural failure. This discovery provides technical context to growing consumer dissatisfaction regarding the durability of Apple's foldable device.
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