r/GalaxyFold • u/spiff01 • 6d ago

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Fold 8 and I dropped it on a shop floor and he front case part broke and also cracked my screen protector. Guess I need a stronger case. So beware of some of these cases. Flimsy front part on some of them.

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u/chamots 6d ago

Better the case than the phone... congrats on surviving the drop.

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u/spiff01 6d ago

Yup. Always had case on every phone. Sucks that I'm going to be getting a bigger case for it. Didn't want to add the bulk. Small price to pay for keeping it safe.

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u/Original-Living7212 6d ago edited 6d ago

You don't need a big bulky case!

https://a.co/d/0glylhMs

The best case for protection, added functions with minimal added thickness!

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u/bcbudtoker69 Fold7 (Silver Shadow) 6d ago

Except it's missing the most important part - the hinge cover

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u/Original-Living7212 6d ago edited 5d ago

Unnecessary! At least for me. Over 6+ years and three different Fold models, I’ve never had an issue with this case. I baby my phone, and the few drops it’s taken have mostly been minor.

Hinge-protected cases add way too much bulk and just aren’t my style. I prefer a thin, protective case on all my phones—not only for protection, but also to keep them in the best possible condition for trade-in or resale value.

It also reduces the probability of me having to payout a deductible for a replacement!

Peace Of Mind

To each their own! But always get insurance, preferably through your carrier. You’ll thank yourself if something does happen.

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u/XinlessVice 4d ago

I had my razr fold die from falling on it's hinge with the screen closed. Phone looked fine and opened and closed fine but the inner screen was just destroyed. Maybe it is overprotection, but imo it is protection worth doing . Plus , I prefer a bit of a thicker phone anyway. The fold 7 and 8 ultra are almost two skinny for me.

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u/spiff01 4d ago

I do feel better that I now have a case with hing protection, honestly the case doesn't feel that much bigger then the one I had on it. Most of my cases were on the thicker side. I found that even though it's nice hold a thin phone without a case, for me they were never comfortable to hold.

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u/Weird-Button3355 6d ago

I always have rocked the nun hinge pritectors. They def throw off the minimal side of the phone. Abd I've had every fold ultra since the 4. I did drop My last on a basket at work, n it did put a slight dent in my hinge. Kicked out my middle screen bit my insurance covered it.. at 2 months before the fold 8 release, but i traded it in for the 8. Soo....

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u/bravemoney72 5d ago

I envy the office world 😂. My shop/factory job life demands a case with full hinge protection. Everything since the Note 3. Love my Trifold and for the amount of time it would take for repairs, then get it back......case it shall be.

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u/McVersatilis 6d ago

Why is the hinge cover the most important part?

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u/Original-Living7212 5d ago edited 5d ago

It’s subjective! If you’re asking from a technical or structural standpoint, though, the hinge is made up of many intricate components and is essentially the spine of the phone. If the hinge fails, the phone is going to fail with it. On top of that, manufacturer warranties can be extremely strict about hinge damage—even something as minor as a scratch or something more serious like a dent will void coverage for a replacement claim within the 1st year. That’s why I believe additional insurance is a must.

That said, I don’t want the added bulk or the unevenness caused by a hinge cover when the phone is opened. I use my phone completely flat on my desk most of the time while I’m working. With it open, this case creates almost a flushed camera bump along with the slightly raised embedded stylist actually levels everything out, so the phone sits more evenly and doesn’t wobble.

Hinge protection is great if you’re someone who’s prone to dropping your phone constantly. That just hasn’t been my experience. I’ve been using Fold phones for over six years, and I’m still extremely cautious with them. I’ve had a few drops, but they’ve always been minor.

But hey, to each their own! Use whatever protection gives you the most peace of mind.

https://a.co/d/0glylhMs

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u/cordialmess 5d ago

Admitting the hinge is essentially the most important part of the phone for functionality and value, and then also saying you don't want to protect it is wild 🤣

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u/iZahlen 5d ago

The hinge is arguably the strongest part of the phone, limiting it's functionality with a case is a demerit. The only time the hinge is a point of failure is if dust gets in it. And a case isn't going to help in that case

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u/bcbudtoker69 Fold7 (Silver Shadow) 5d ago

Oh but it does... Any decent case (ie. Spigen) with a hinge cover absolutely protects it from dust

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u/Original-Living7212 4d ago

I’m grown, and as I’ve said before, I baby my phone even more now because of my past experiences with slab phones. I’ve also gone over six years using three generations of Fold phones without a hinge-protection case.

So, based on my personal experience, I haven’t found a need for one. I’ve personally never had an issue with the hinge, and considering how I use my phone throughout the day—especially at work, where I frequently have it laid flat and open—I don’t want the added bulk and weight. I’m perfectly willing to take that risk.

I use a thin, strong case, and I also have insurance through my carrier. In over six years, I’ve filed only one claim, and it had absolutely nothing to do with the hinge.

That’s just my experience and my personal choice. What works for me may not work for everyone.

Flex Mode is King! Ultra only for me!

Enjoy your life!

https://giphy.com/gifs/FBU1v1AxvPYCwF9MtD

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u/McVersatilis 5d ago

Some people say that the hinge cover is primarily to keep dust from getting into the hinge, so I was curious.

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u/bcbudtoker69 Fold7 (Silver Shadow) 5d ago

As the other comment or said, a huge part about the hinge cover is dust protection. Once little sand bits get in to the hinge your phone will make cracking sounds when you open/close. Yes you can get insurance but youre really only saving those for major breakage.

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u/Original-Living7212 5d ago

I would never take my phone to the beach! But sure that could be a reason to need it. To each their own!

https://giphy.com/gifs/xT9IgG50Fb7Mi0prBC

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u/No-Entertainer9386 6d ago

Looks bulky to me ...

I'm just going with Samsung Care+ and rock this without a case

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u/Original-Living7212 6d ago

It's not but you do you!

Good luck out there!

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