Since the birth of the folding screen mobile phone , it only took a few short years from the innovative category that dominated the headlines to the fact that people have become accustomed to its existence. Compared with candy bar phones , folding screen phones not only face a huge test in terms of screen performance, but also have a more complex internal structure, which requires continuous technological advancement and innovation in order to promote the maturity of the product and truly apply it to daily life. Among them, the role played by leading mobile phone manufacturers is very critical. Samsung , as a leader in the folding screen era, is also one of the first companies to explore folding screens. So far, it has launched multiple product series and has undergone multiple update iterations. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, released last year, is the latest achievement of Samsung’s many innovative folding screen technologies. It combines high practicability, high quality, and high productivity, and is a representative of advanced technology and craftsmanship in the field of folding screens.
Recall that the folding screen has just come out, and has been “questioned” by many parties, thinking that it is not practical enough. In this regard, Samsung has continuously upgraded the process design of folding screen products, and dispelled people’s concerns through cutting-edge design in all aspects of the fuselage. On the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, on the one hand, the use of new materials, combined with a 60% reduction in hinge components compared to the previous generation of products, has greatly reduced the weight of the body, only 263g, and the unfolded thickness is 6.3mm. Carrying it will not bring extra burden at all. On the other hand, the hinge structure of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is more precise, which can fully resist the intrusion of dust and other impurities, and with IPX8 waterproof performance, it can be used with peace of mind in various scenarios.
Compared with changing the size and weight, for manufacturers who want to share a piece of folding screen cake dividends in recent years, the real key is how to solve the quality problems of screens and hinges that consumers are quite concerned about. This is also a test of the company’s core technical strength. Therefore, many brands have not launched folding screens for a long time, or have only begun to try to touch them this year. As a “pioneer” in the field of folding screens, Samsung has always been exploring and improving in the field of folding screens. Since Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, it has adopted self-developed UTG ultra-thin flexible glass, which has not only passed the market test, but also been recognized by consumers. . The UTG glass used on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is a new upgrade. With the PET protective film, it is not only wear-resistant and scratch-resistant, but also can withstand up to 200,000 folds. At the hinge level, the new hinge used by Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, as well as the middle frame, are made of innovative armored aluminum material, which has better wear resistance and impact resistance. In this way, regardless of the state of opening or closing, or during the folding process, the quality of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 makes consumers more at ease.
Thanks to the shape of the fuselage, the large-screen look and feel created by the folding screen mobile phone has become its unique advantage, but this alone seems to be a bit of a “waste of resources”. Regardless of any model under Samsung, it is constantly reshaping the productivity experience, continuing this high-quality gene, and folding screen products are also performing better in iterations. For example, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 supports multitasking work, and up to three applications can be displayed on the same screen on the inner screen. Adding applications to the taskbar allows quick navigation and switching between windows, making operations more efficient and stimulating PC-like productivity for consumers. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 also supports S Pen, which brings a pen-and-paper writing experience and makes it more flexible to handle work issues. In addition, functions such as connecting to Windows will bring consumers better choices for mobile office, provide useful reference for the development of the industry, and accelerate the innovation and upgrading of folding screen technology applications.
There is no shortcut to the development of folding screens. Only by upgrading the consumer experience as the starting point can manufacturers be motivated to continue to improve. Just like the current Samsung folding screen products, it has gradually matured after multiple series and generations of changes, and by virtue of its performance in terms of practicality, quality, and productivity, it has surpassed consumer expectations and has become the development and popularization of folding screen products. witnesses and key enablers.