Apple's iPhone Fold tackles crease with a materials-first approach
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Apple treats foldables as a materials problem, focusing on how the display's adhesive layers and layered stack handle stress to reduce creases rather than relying solely on hinge design; TrendForce-backed analysis notes that smarter OCAs and material strategies like variable-thickness glass aim to improve long-term panel durability.
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