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Foldable phone crease fixed by replaceable screen layer
2 Oct
Summary
- Apple is developing a replaceable cover layer to combat screen creasing.
- This new layer aims to minimize the visible crease on foldable displays.
- The replaceable layer costs $19 for service, with inner display damage at $99.
Foldable phone screens are prone to developing noticeable creases over time. Apple has apparently been addressing this challenge for its foldable devices. A key innovation involves a new, replaceable cover layer for the interior display.
This specially engineered layer, termed a Nano Texture cover layer, is designed to minimize the visibility of the crease. According to Apple's VP of Hardware Engineering, Kate Bergeron, significant engineering effort has gone into ensuring this layer wears in gracefully and performs optimally for an extended period.
A significant benefit for users is that this cover layer is replaceable. AppleCare service listings indicate that this part can be replaced for $19. In contrast, damage to the inner display itself incurs a higher service cost of $99, highlighting the distinct nature of the replaceable crease-minimizing layer.
