Pixel 11 Pro Fold cracks in bend test despite Google’s ‘3x stronger’

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Reporting

Android Authority News reports that Pixel 11 Pro Fold cracks in bend test despite Google’s ‘3x stronger’ claims. This makes the Pixel 11 Pro Fold the fourth consecutive Google foldable to fail in this aspect. The key issue is whether the detail changes buying decisions, update support, battery life, camera value, pricing, or everyday use.

GSMArena reports that Pixel 11 Pro Fold's durability test shows Google made the same mistake four times in a row. About two weeks ago, Zack from YouTube channel JerryRigEverything subjected the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 to a durability test. Now, he’s put the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold through one too. [#InlinePriceWidget,14874,1#] Zack starts with his usual scratch tests on the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, followed by the flame test. He then pours sand and grit over the foldable…. The key issue is whether the detail changes buying decisions, update support, battery life, camera value, pricing, or everyday use.

The Details

• Android Authority News: Pixel 11 Pro Fold cracks in bend test despite Google’s ‘3x stronger’ claims
• This makes the Pixel 11 Pro Fold the fourth consecutive Google foldable to fail in this aspect
• GSMArena: Pixel 11 Pro Fold's durability test shows Google made the same mistake four times in a row
• About two weeks ago, Zack from YouTube channel JerryRigEverything subjected the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 to a durability test. Now, he’s put the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold through one too
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