iFixit dismantles Apple's Duo: 'You'd better baby that screen'

iFixit conducted a comprehensive teardown of Apple's iPhone Duo foldable phone, assessing its repairability against competitors. The analysis revealed mixed results: batteries can be replaced and the device scores relatively well for repairability, but the inner display and hinge present significant challenges. The teardown identified potential design issues with the hinge's center support bar that may not drop far enough, creating stress on the flexible display where reported damage typically occurs. Testing showed dust ingress, despite the Duo performing better than rival foldables in this regard.

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