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technology10 days ago•9 min saved

iPhone 17 Pro’s One-Year Checkup: Durable Build, Strong Battery, Cool Under Pressure

After about a year with the iPhone 17 Pro, durability remains solid thanks to Ceramic Shield 2 with only faint edge scratches; orange color fading rumors haven’t materialized on the reviewer’s device. Battery life easily covers a full day of heavy use, aided by the new vapor‑chamber cooling, though iOS 27 beta can cause higher temps and brief performance dips. With talk of a modest upgrade in the iPhone 18 Pro, the 17 Pro remains a strong buy for those upgrading from older iPhones.

via MacRumors|

#apple #battery-life #cooling

news11 days ago•9 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro underperforms on durability in EPREL ratings

EU EPREL listings reveal energy efficiency, durability, and repairability grades for the Pixel 11 lineup. The Pixel 11 Pro scores a B for durability due to only 180 free-fall tests surviving, while the standard Pixel 11 earns an A (270 falls) and the Pixel 11 Pro XL/Fold also achieve A durability. All Pixel 11 models are listed with batteries capable of retaining 80% capacity after 1,000 charge cycles, and energy efficiency grades are generally B across the lineup, highlighting a growing gap between the base Pixel 11 and its Pro siblings.

via Android Authority|

#durability #eprel #google

technology14 days ago•1 min saved

Z Fold8 Durability Test: Flex Titanium Screen Improves Strength, Inner Display Still Scratches

JerryRigEverything's durability test for the Galaxy Z Fold8 shows the new Flex Titanium screen strengthens the folding display and may reduce the crease, but the inner display remains scratch-prone due to its plastic top layer. The outer cover uses Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 for better scratch resistance, while the refined hinge helps keep sand out during the sand test. The video also covers the 4:3 inner-display aspect ratio and compares the Fold8 to the Fold8 Ultra.

via GSMArena.com|

#durability #flex-titanium #galaxy-z-fold8

news24 days ago•12 min saved

Z Fold 8 crease grows more visible after a week, but feels nearly unchanged in use

After a week with both the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the standard Z Fold 8, the crease appears more noticeable in photos under certain lighting, but the display remains incredibly smooth to the touch and viewing remains largely unaffected. The visibility is largely angle‑dependent, and Samsung’s creaseless promise holds up in real use even as photos can exaggerate the crease; retail sales begin August 7.

via Android Authority|

#crease #durability #foldables

technology24 days ago•8 min saved

Galaxy Z Fold 8 dwarfs the original Fold in design, durability, and daily usability

PhoneArena compares Samsung’s first Galaxy Fold (2019) with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 (2026) and finds a dramatic leap: the Fold 8 is lighter (201 g vs 276 g) and thinner (folded 9.7 mm vs 15.5 mm) with a wider cover screen, a shallower crease thanks to improved ultra-thin glass, and IP48-style water protection, while the original offered a larger RAM/Storage option and a different camera setup; overall, the Fold 8 delivers far better daily usability and build quality, making the OG feel like a prototype by comparison.

via PhoneArena|

#durability #foldable #galaxy-z-fold-8

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Watch Ultra 2 aims for outdoor supremacy with bigger battery and brighter display

Leaked Samsung promo materials reveal the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 could pack an 800mAh battery (about 35% larger than the Ultra), a chassis 12% thinner, IP69K protection, and a peak brightness of 5,000 nits, signaling a rugged, outdoor-focused upgrade ahead of a likely Unpacked reveal. Reports also suggest a Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset and pricing near the Ultra’s $699, with Samsung reportedly phasing out in-house Exynos Wear chips in future wearables.

via Techgenyz|

#battery-life #durability #leaks

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Modern Hip Replacements Deliver Decades of Movement, Study Finds

An international analysis of nearly 1.9 million hip replacements finds modern implants last much longer than older generations, with about 93% functioning after 20 years, 92% after 25, and 91% after 30. Improvements are linked to advanced bearing surfaces (highly cross-linked polyethylene and ceramics) that reduce wear and inflammation. This could lessen concerns about getting a hip replacement at a younger age, though lifespan varies by patient factors; the numbers are population-based, not guarantees.

via SciTechDaily|

#bearing-surfaces #durability #health

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Longevity playbook: 7 must-haves for a phone that lasts years

A practical checklist for buying a phone that stays usable for years: prioritize a long update policy (top brands offer up to seven years of OS/security updates), check battery cycle ratings (Samsung leads with around 2,000 cycles, Pixel about 1,000), opt for a large battery (5,000mAh+), ensure ample storage (256GB base recommended, with microSD where available), demand solid performance (modern chips and 8GB RAM or more), consider durability (strong glass like Victus and solid IP ratings), and verify repairability/spare-parts access (official repair networks or easy DIY options).

via Android Authority|

#battery-life #durability #repairability

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

Samsung's Z Fold 8 Wide Aims to Erase the Crease With Thicker Ultra-Thin Glass

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide uses a 60‑micrometer ultra-thin glass, 30% thicker than before, to greatly reduce the crease and boost display durability, though the thicker glass raises engineering trade-offs around rigidity and potential cracking. Framed as a testbed for future foldables, the device seeks to balance practicality with ongoing innovation, while rivals like Oppo and Honor push the market forward, hinting at features that could appear in future models such as the Z Fold 9 and Z Flip 9.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#crease-reduction #durability #foldable

automotive2 months ago•3 min saved

Iron-Block Durability: How Toyota's 22R-E Made Trucks Unkillable

Toyota's 22R-E engine, with its cast-iron block and traditional durability components ( forged-steel crank, single-cam aluminum head, timing chain ), powered the early Toyota Pickup and 4Runner and earned a reputation for reliability. Its ability to withstand heat, abuse, towing and long miles helped cement Toyota's image of indestructible trucks, with many examples reaching hundreds of thousands of miles.

via Jalopnik|

#22r-e #4runner #automotive

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

iPhone 18 Pro Color Finishes May Peel, Leaker Warns

A Weibo leaker says the iPhone 18 Pro will retain an aluminum alloy chassis with good heat dissipation, but warns the new color finishes may peel similar to issues seen with the iPhone 17 Pro, which faced durability complaints like surface chipping and color shifts on certain colors; rumored colors include Dark Cherry, Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver, with a September 2026 unveiling alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone.

via MacRumors|

#aluminum-alloy #color-options #durability

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

iPhone Lifespan Stretches: Users Hold On for Years Longer

iPhone owners are keeping devices much longer than in the early smartphone era, with many users holding onto phones for about 3–4 years or more, and some for six years or longer. This shift is driven by strong hardware, ongoing software updates, improved durability (water resistance and Ceramic Shield), and fewer carrier subsidies. Battery replacements can further extend life, while Apple’s revenue in 2026 suggests longer upgrade cycles aren’t hurting the company.

via bgr.com|

#apple #device-longevity #durability

technology2 months ago•7 min saved

Dark Cherry Dazzles as iPhone 18 Pro Color Sparks Buzz

Apple is reportedly adding a Dark Cherry color to the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, a shade praised for blending black elegance with subtle brightness and generating buzz despite what critics say are muted upgrades this year; the color’s final look appears near certain, but the aluminum chassis may invite dents and color-fading risks similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, and September should bring official shades along with expectations that the foldable iPhone Ultra will dominate attention this year.

via PhoneArena|

#apple-rumors #dark-cherry #durability

technology3 months ago•8 min saved

iPhone 18 Pro to Keep Aluminum Body Despite Durability Scrutiny

A Weibo leak claims the iPhone 18 Pro will continue using the anodized aluminum unibody design introduced with the iPhone 17 Pro, despite ongoing durability complaints about surface chipping and color shifts. Apple reportedly views such wear as inherent to the aluminum alloy. Rumored colors include Dark Cherry, Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver, with a September 2026 reveal alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone.

via MacRumors|

#aluminum-finish #durability #fixed-focus-digital

technology4 months ago•9 min saved

Apple's iPhone Ultra Foldable Aims to Fix Screen Crease and Durability

Apple reportedly plans to unveil a foldable iPhone in September, likely named iPhone Ultra, with a 7.7-inch inner display and a 5.3-inch outer display and improved screen quality and durability. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says engineers have reduced the screen crease, though not eliminated it, while Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested a near-crease-free inner panel; the device is expected to open like a book and feature two rear cameras, a front camera, and a Touch ID power button.

via MacRumors|

#durability #foldable-iphone #iphone-ultra