Apple's foldable iPhone hinge was AI-designed, but early units show screen crease issues
flngr · x · 2026-10-25
TechCrunch reports Apple's first foldable phone, the Duo, announced at its Surprise and Shine event, features a hinge designed and built with the help of AI and 3D printing. Hardware chief Johny Srouji said AI algorithms precisely match each individual hinge with its best-fit housing during manufacturing to combat typical foldable wear.
Meanwhile, social media posts show early units with visible bright lines and crease artifacts along the fold, with multiple Reddit iPhoneDuo community reports of display anomalies near the hinge—an awkward contrast with Apple's durability claims.
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