Apple's latest patent shows a sleek hinge design for foldable, teasing innovation in smartphones, tablets, and more—when will we see it in action?
Apple continues to take its designs to the next level with its latest patent, this time for a hinge mechanism that can be groundbreaking. The Cupertino giant might lag behind Samsung and Huawei since these two smartphone makers have already launched their respective foldable devices, but the iPhone maker knows to create its own tornado if a certain product is already saturated in the market. What Is Apple's Hinge Mechanism Patent? The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website shows the latest Apple's patent. This document describes a clever hinge system for foldable devices. The design uses several parts to keep folding and unfolding easy. It also reduces damage from regular use. The hinge system works very well. The document reveals that the hinge mechanism: Bends Around an Axis: Incorporates a flexible display divided into two sections, allowing seamless operation. Features Rotational Synchronization Gears: Comprises sets of gears to manage the unfolding sequence accurately. Equipped with a counterbalance system: utilizes springs, pads, as well as rollers to facilitate smooth operation in folding mode. This device makes use of a…