Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo has generated attention for its nano-texture display, which appears to minimize the visible crease that has plagued foldables. Early hands-on reports, including Engadget's own, suggest the crease is more noticeable by touch than by sight. But the source cautions that this is only a first impression.
The concern is cumulative damage. The article points to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, which looks flat out of the box but develops a more visible crease after repeated folding. Thousands of folds over months or years could change the iPhone Duo's screen as well, meaning durability can't be assessed from brief encounters.
Apple executives have publicly touted the device's durability, but the source argues that real-world use by many consumers will be needed to know if the nano-texture coating holds up. The article credits Apple for making the crease less noticeable initially and expects competitors to follow with similar approaches.