Inside A Folding Phone: The Hinge That Helped Oppo "Delete The Crease"

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“Will I hurt my folding phone if I flip it open as hard as I can?”
“Why do different foldables have different-looking creases?”
“How are folding phones even possible?”
The answer to all these questions comes down, mostly, to the same ancient technology that makes your laptops, your cabinets … even your front door work: the good old-fashioned hinge. Recently, Oppo gave me the opportunity to learn everything I could learn about the hinges inside its Find N2 and Find N2 Flip folding phones - and today on Into The Fold, I’m taking an up-close look at them, to see what they can teach us about what it takes to fold a phone!
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[ABOUT INTO THE FOLD EPISODE 13: HINGES!]
This is the thirteenth in a series of episodes exploring the many facets of life on a folding screen. From the best foldable phones of 2023 to the bleeding-edge world of folding-screen laptops, “Into The Fold” is MrMobile’s showcase for the most exciting movement in mobile technology since 2007!
This episode of “Into The Fold” was made possible by two Oppo Find N2 Flip review samples, one Find N2 review sample, and several engineering samples of production hinges provided by Oppo, which also allowed MrMobile to interview the engineers and product managers responsible for hardware design on the company’s folding phones.
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[CHAPTERS]
00:00 It’s all about the hinge
01:30 Oil and …
2:18 … water (drop)
3:31 How to make a foldable “flex”
5:30 Flip it. Flip it hard.
6:40 The fewer parts, the better
8:44 The future is (still) foldable
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@damagecase13 Жыл бұрын

Michael, you are the main reason I took the plunge and bought a Z Fold 3 shortly after launch. Folding phones are still giving me that original iPhone type of excitement. Something I never thought I'd feel again in a sea of slabs. You continue that excitement with videos like this. The mechanisms, engineering and time that goes into these devices are a big reason for that excitement for me, they feel like true future tech but today. I will never go back to a slab phone. I have eliminated the need for a tablet in my life and I haven't opened my windows laptop in months. People used to say that smartphones are like full fledged computers in our pockets, I didn't really feel the same until now. I write documents like resumes, shopping lists, consume media, play video games (Gamepass etc), and so much more. Long story short, I just wanted to say thank you for helping keep my excitement high along with settling my curiosities about these (and other) devices. You're truly a class act that obviously loves their craft and it's infectious and inspiring! Stay mobile my friend!

@foxhoundslug Жыл бұрын

Loved the perspective of hearing the engineer's pride in making these hinges even more impressive every year

@nazhif1 Жыл бұрын

I’m not concerned about the hinge. I’m concerned about the ultra thin glass’ susceptibility to microcracks along the crease after 2 years or so.

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

Yep, same. That's why I spent so much time talking about the differing radius of the crease between U-type and waterdrop hinges. I believe Samsung's narrow-radius approach puts substantially more stress on its displays.

@syednaveed6285 Жыл бұрын

Yup. I have an unwelcome black circular hole, in the middle of my Fold 3. Done with folds/flip.

@lockonstrato Жыл бұрын

rocking the 2020 Razr 5G since launch, hinge and screen are immaculate. Besides scuff and scratch on exterior from drops, the only thing THE ONLY THING that has truely failed seems to be the usb port not registering a charge since landing it chin first on concrete last week. may need to replace shortly T.T

@ayyndrew Жыл бұрын

@@TheMrMobile I thought this as well, I haven't seen any Oppo, Vivo, or Motorola foldable crack in the same way that Samsung ones have

@akramm.8543 Жыл бұрын

@@ayyndrew let's give it some time and watch

@yo.adrian Жыл бұрын

That's what's amazing with new technology: products get released and us early adopters are the ones to test them out, with different companies going different routes to achieve the same goal. Years later, everyone will settle on one technology that will become the normal for everyone to use (for example, take a look at wireless chargers).

@Juanguar Жыл бұрын

Heh you reminded me of the mess that was PMA vs Qi

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

@@Juanguar Oof, too soon

@hossel_ Жыл бұрын

Hey Michael I just want you to know that I'd literally watch a video of paint dry if you produced it. Some of the best directed and shot videos on the platform, keep up the stellar work

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@TrueRay17 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMrMobile April's Fool's video idea perhaps lol

@1karanhasija Жыл бұрын

I love dry paint, I make paint, it dries

@Kurogane-san Жыл бұрын

Same here

@GFourGadget Жыл бұрын

Now that's an interesting and in depth video on the current state of foldables. The smartphone industry is moving so fast and we're living in the future already!

@garylai1083 Жыл бұрын

🤞

@jables9527 Жыл бұрын

Michael, I've been following you since the pocketnow days and I have to say, you fill a niche in the mobile journalism space that has been largely filled by influencers. I really appreciate the passionate and "techy" approach to reviewing the latest phones. There is nothing wrong with the space as it is known these days, but you bring me back to an era where people were excited about innovation. In a sea of slabs, I look to you for the latest opinion on what is changing this space. Cheers.

@Thisath100 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video. Genuinely super interesting, and not as dry as you might think to your core audience, Michael! Hope you get more opportunities to bring us into the engineering side of phones like this in the future.

@DpKris Жыл бұрын

I am just taking this moment to appreciate the engineers for what they have achieved till now. Those hinges requires precision and thinking to get right. It is piece of engineering marvel.

@darrenmorin Жыл бұрын

Totally agreed on the hinge release button.

@cadenchurchill4296 Жыл бұрын

So cool! Thanks for sharing this on foldable hinges! Can’t wait for more foldable content, and it’s a shame Oppo doesn’t really sell their phones in Canada and the States.

@ydna Жыл бұрын

dude this video is awesome, one of your best! all those glorious close-ups never get old, the evolution of engineering is real impressive when you see different versions so clearly.

@GusDom Жыл бұрын

I'm LOVING my Fold 3. Watching this was so cool. These folding phones really do make you never want go back to a traditional style of phone.

@cogspace Жыл бұрын

Ooh, I love this deep dive format. More of these would be super welcome!

@brianlambTN Жыл бұрын

Yes!! Love this content!! Thanks for staying with the foldables Mr. Mobile!

@hueyh5637 Жыл бұрын

Love the episode, deep dive into the mechanical side of the phone is very intriguing

@zenithquasar9623 Жыл бұрын

You remain to my favourite mobile phone related channel! Thanks for your awesome work!

@richardpeters7136 Жыл бұрын

This is the best informational video on the mechanics of foldable phones on the internet. Kudos Michael Fisher!!

@jamessegers5834 Жыл бұрын

I've had a z fold 3 for almost two years now. Got it in Agust 2021. I love the fact I can open it at any angle and to be honest I haven't treated this phone any differently to my 'slab' phones, in fact I'd wager I've dropped it alot more because of the weight and the fact it doesn't quite sit as nicely in my pocket, it has been rock solid without issues. Replaced the screen protector myself and that's about all.

@jeffwoodard Жыл бұрын

Always top notch content. Thank you Mr. Mobile.

@brianw3095 Жыл бұрын

Always a prime quality and witty review, Michael. My favorite channel to wet my whistle with the latest in mobile tech!

@qpg16 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been loving the podcast! Great videos as always

@JoelPiccoli Жыл бұрын

That's the kind of video we need more! It's very interesting to see how something work on a device we use in a daily basis! Gratz on the quality video Michael!

@808GT Жыл бұрын

Love this detailed type of videos on the tech inside. More please!

@Kayfabe-226 Жыл бұрын

I'm not all that interested in foldable phones but I'll watch any video you make because they're generally very cool...

@Kurogane-san Жыл бұрын

Michael, I really love your work! Idk how to describe it, but I really like every little detail you put in your videos. If it was not for your coverage I'd not be so interested in foldables at all.

@jebaker2 Жыл бұрын

This was far more interesting of a video than I expected. Well done!

@Krzyshek Жыл бұрын

As always, You are an inspiration for me to keep creating my amateur materials on youtube. Thanks!

@UpgradeLemonade Жыл бұрын

wow....never figured there were so much nuance to the hinges, appreciate this detailed look into something most of us just overlook 👍 great content as always Michael

@Chemy. Жыл бұрын

Interesting as always, also nice to see all are creating instead of just copying it or licensing.

@rattsjana Жыл бұрын

As always, a welcome outlook on the hinge designs, the achilles heel of folding phones....

@azerik92 Жыл бұрын

I wish other manufacturers were so forthwith about their design process. There's only so much to be gathered from a teardown, so I really hope it becomes more normal for manufacturers to share information like this with creators like you. And as always this was a fantastic video, I don't think I could ever tire of your passion for mobile devices and foldables in particular.

@robertbrooks9073 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. Was an eye opening video that I didn't realize I needed. :)

@TheScepticalThinker Жыл бұрын

Michael Fisher is the RDJ of youtube! Great video with even greater quality as always!

@aarontelander Жыл бұрын

So much of a foldable’s success hinges on this tech!

@refaelgez Жыл бұрын

It's amazing for me how much I like your videos!

@ShashwatPanda Жыл бұрын

My man can describe a cardboard box for an hour and i would still watch it end to end, just for the finesse in production quality and that silky voice..👏👏

@Pete292323 Жыл бұрын

A push to flip button would probably tip me over the edge and make me get a foldable.

@40somethingmanchild Жыл бұрын

Awesome content, as always. I gave up my Z Flip 3 for a Pixel due to two instances of screen separation on the hinge of my screen within the first two years of owning it. Whilst Samsung repaired twice, at no cost, the inconvenience of sending my phone off was enough to get me to go back to slab phones for at least a few more generations. I love the flip design, I just want it to mature further before I commit to one again.

@FacundoNicolasmartinezAndroid Жыл бұрын

The best reviews Mr Fisher .

@ArthurZakaryan23 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos Michael! And seeing the inner workings of the hinge was extra cool, I am a huge fan of mechanical watches, Japanese, German and Swiss and it's always fascinated seeing small mechanical components like this. One of my biggest hangups with folding phones though is the feel of the UTG glass in the inner folding display. The plasticky nature is really off-putting from someone who has used nothing but glass screened slab phones previously. Less important but still annoying is how that UTG looks in the light. That somewhat wavy aesthetic that isn't something a normal glass display slab phone has is also not a great look but I can overlook that since I'd be using the outside cover display more often than the inside.

@MrMobile_M_Fisher Жыл бұрын

👆Thanks for your support dear❣️ I really appreciate your efforts hit me up on my official website I have a gift for you 🎁

@robertosmmjlist Жыл бұрын

more videos like this please, thanks!

@davidfromdownunder Жыл бұрын

Now I clearly see the justification behind the cost of foldables. Thanks Michael for a very informative episode, I will remain patient with great anticipation in what Samsung showcases come August, they can no longer ignore the fact that their competitors are closing in fast and are hot on their heels. Healthy competition can be nothing other than a very, VERY good thing.

@slomojo98 Жыл бұрын

5:35 I am a nerd as well. I believe I now know the form factor for my next communicator. Thanks again for a perfect take on the folds and flips from a nerds point of view.

@georgejackman8691 Жыл бұрын

Great review

@arn0ld93 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see the eames chair in action!

@thamiframa5592 Жыл бұрын

Happy birthday Michael! 🎂

@Jubelly Жыл бұрын

This info might just give me that push towards foldables!

@cunxu2697 Жыл бұрын

hope you get the Huawei Mate X3 soon, which might also be one of the most interesting hinges since it is a waterdrop hinge and has IPX8 water resistance and its probably the thinnest foldable that supports flex, Although you already know all this

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

I'd love to. Shame about the Google apps, though. Might wait for the rumored global release in May.

@connorbryant8060 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMrMobile I challenge you to spend 2 weeks with a Huawei Mate 50 Pro and the Google problem is no more , best camera on a smartphone. And a stunning device

@nathanielvann5524 Жыл бұрын

I love that you are so pro-foldable. I miss my old flip phones, but I'm stuck in the apple ecosystem and patiently wait for when (if??) they release a foldable.

@jonathanlaviola2726 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you got the chair you wanted and mentioned in Twitter ;)

@benki81 Жыл бұрын

my favorite art nouveau reviewer. keep it up

@SimonRockman Жыл бұрын

Hi, I bought a Z3 flip because you recommended it. I'd like to know more about the material science behind the screen

@carstechandgaming Жыл бұрын

Good one!

@derbagger22 Жыл бұрын

Oh god, YES! My spring loaded NEXTEL was my favorite work phone of all time. One hand capable all day long........

@NinPossible Жыл бұрын

This makes me want the N2 Flip even more! It’s very popular in my country now. So much that Samsung has to reduce the Z Flip’s price to beat the N2! 😊

@arbok00044 Жыл бұрын

Thanks alot ❤

@Techmearound Жыл бұрын

You will definitely get the credit if they implement the push to flip button haha. Great video!

@HandheldAddict Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video, I'm a huge foldable fan. You obviously take care not to go too "into the weeds" with your vids with dry technical talk but most viewers watching about folding hinges are more technical minded than the passive casual. Good balance here though.

@PSYCHOV3N0M Жыл бұрын

I can't wait for your review of the Vivo X Fold 2. 😁👍

@DeusRegum Жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Michael!

@BooredAtWork Жыл бұрын

It's all about the Hope and close. 😂 Great video bro!

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

Legit still laughing at this, two years later

@BooredAtWork Жыл бұрын

@@TheMrMobile 😂😂😂

@gianpaolohank Жыл бұрын

thanks to this series of video i finally decided to foldable... but i went for samsung just because a better water resistant rating. cant wait to see their next foldables.

@darrenorange2982 Жыл бұрын

Off topic but please review the Motorola Edge 40 Pro, this seems like the phone we've been waiting for.

@ricardo_maestas Жыл бұрын

Very informative! PS congrats on the new chair 🙂

@TheMrMobile Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's comfy.

@ferrydaddy Жыл бұрын

Waiting for your Oppo Find X6 Pro review video ❤

@ashar8192 Жыл бұрын

I loved the Chernobyl HBO series reference at 3:50! Worth watching

@Major_Mason Жыл бұрын

I just hope the Fold 5 helps get a more relaxed hinge style akin to the water drop rather than the U shape. Solely to avoid microcracks in the display. Especially for the sake of buyers confidence.

@pabl0sauced0 Жыл бұрын

From my understanding is that Samsung's fold has a fat crease bc they spend more effort in dust and water proofing it. I've noticed all the crease less foldables don't have good water or dust resistance.

@burbery17 Жыл бұрын

Great video💯but for me the problem isn't the hinge, trench or IPX rating, it will be it's connectivity to external monitors (alt mode) or if it has a desktop mode. The idea of using my fold as a desktop replacement at home, and work, would easily justify the cost of upcomming foldables.

@I95KING Жыл бұрын

Do we know or have any idea if this oppo style hinge is the one google will be using? I love my fold 4 still have my fold 3 but Sammy needs someone to push them over here in the states the folds are identical and all available info on the fold 5 indicates its not going to change much. anyway great video as always thanks for the work you do!

@NectarLiam Жыл бұрын

i think the gap is a design decision on samsung's part, stopping any grit or dirt from damaging the screen when sandwiched between however i concede that the crease is less appealing on samsung's models