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When Google launched the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, I was genuinely impressed. Finally, a foldable phone with IP68 water and dust resistance, a first for the category. It felt like a landmark moment for foldable phones, with Google proving that the form factor could be as tough as traditional smartphones. I was even happy to overlook its slightly bulky frame and familiar design because the promise of durability seemed worth it.
Is your confidence in the Pixel 10 Pro Fold shaken after watching JerryRigEverything's durability test? 33 votes Yes 64 % No 21 % I haven't made up my mind 15 %
My Moonstone-colored Pixel 10 Pro Fold looked stunning out of the box, and the new software tricks add some real charm to the experience. But after watching Zack Nelson’s brutal JerryRigEverything durability test, I’m not sure how I feel about the phone now. Watching Google’s most ambitious foldable literally go up in smoke has been painful to say the least, and the “Pro” in its name suddenly feels a bit unsuited.
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A problem three generations in the making
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As Nelson pointed out, this isn’t a one-off flaw. Google has kept the same antenna line placement on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold as it had on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and even the original Pixel Fold. Unsurprisingly, it’s the same weak point that keeps snapping across generations.
Why Google hasn’t fixed this design flaw is anyone’s guess. But it does suggest a worrying trend: Google doesn’t seem to approach its foldable lineup with the same engineering rigor it applies to its standard Pixel phones.
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