iFixit Teardown Reveals Potential Causes for iPhone Duo Screen and Hinge Failures
A teardown of Apple's iPhone Duo by iFixit has revealed technical details regarding its display construction and potential hardware vulnerabilities. While the device received a 5/10 repairability score—the highest ever for a foldable from the site—iFixit noted that replacing the actual OLED panel remains an expensive and difficult process. The analysis suggests that Apple uses a matte nano-texture cover and specifically arranged oval subpixels to mask the screen's crease. However, iFixit identified potential design flaws contributing to reported 'crackgate' issues, suggesting that pressure from an accordion cable near the battery may be causing hinge malfunctions and audible cracking in the device.