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Breakthrough zero-degradation elastocaloric cooler promises durable, eco-friendly refrigeration
innovation18 days ago

Breakthrough zero-degradation elastocaloric cooler promises durable, eco-friendly refrigeration

HKUST researchers unveiled the world’s first zero-degradation elastocaloric cooling device, using a fatigue-resistant TiNiCuCo shape memory alloy and a redesigned refrigerant structure to deliver a constant 400W cooling power and a 41°C temperature span over one million cycles; accelerated tests show no degradation up to 100 million cycles, and real-world use is expected to exceed a decade, marking a green alternative to conventional refrigeration and advancing toward market-ready elastocaloric cooling for air conditioning.

via Interesting Engineering|
#durability#elastocaloric-cooling#innovation
Apple touts tougher Ceramic Shield 2 and questions the need for screen protectors
technology18 days ago

Apple touts tougher Ceramic Shield 2 and questions the need for screen protectors

Apple’s new hardware chief Tom Marieb says Ceramic Shield 2 delivers three times better scratch resistance and aims to keep iPhone screens uncovered, while also detailing a refined hinge and matte inner display for the iPhone Duo’s durability. The move contrasts with many users’ continued use of screen protectors to avoid repairs or for privacy and glare reasons.

via TechSpot|
#apple#display-technology#durability
Apple Exec Details iPhone Duo Durability: Hinge Engineering and Matte Finish
technology21 days ago

Apple Exec Details iPhone Duo Durability: Hinge Engineering and Matte Finish

Apple's VP of Hardware Engineering Tom Marieb told TechRadar that iPhone Duo's hinge uses a tuned torque profile to feel solid and safe, the folding display crease is mitigated by a matte nano-texture finish that also reduces glare, Ceramic Shield 2 protects the screen, and third-party screen protectors are unnecessary; the Duo will launch next month with an all-new software experience.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#durability#hinge
Samsung: Lighter Foldables Are the Path to Apple’s Folding Challenge
technology1 month ago

Samsung: Lighter Foldables Are the Path to Apple’s Folding Challenge

Samsung says weight is the key to foldables’ success, detailing a ~75g cut on the Galaxy Z Fold8 and a lighter passport-style design with fewer parts and a titanium screen; Apple’s folding iPhone is expected to be heavier, but Samsung argues durability and water resistance remain strong, with market analysts predicting foldables will grow as competition increases.

via WIRED|
#apple#durability#foldables
iPhone 17 Pro’s One-Year Checkup: Durable Build, Strong Battery, Cool Under Pressure
technology1 month ago

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
Pixel 11 Pro underperforms on durability in EPREL ratings
news1 month ago

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
Z Fold8 Durability Test: Flex Titanium Screen Improves Strength, Inner Display Still Scratches
technology1 month ago

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
Z Fold 8 crease grows more visible after a week, but feels nearly unchanged in use
news2 months ago

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
Galaxy Z Fold 8 dwarfs the original Fold in design, durability, and daily usability
technology2 months ago

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
Watch Ultra 2 aims for outdoor supremacy with bigger battery and brighter display
technology2 months ago

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
Modern Hip Replacements Deliver Decades of Movement, Study Finds
health3 months ago

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
Longevity playbook: 7 must-haves for a phone that lasts years
technology3 months ago

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
Samsung's Z Fold 8 Wide Aims to Erase the Crease With Thicker Ultra-Thin Glass
technology3 months ago

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