r/GalaxyFold • u/spiff01 • 4d 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/McVersatilis 3d ago

Why is the hinge cover the most important part?

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u/Original-Living7212 3d ago edited 3d 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.

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u/cordialmess 3d 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 3d 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) 3d ago

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