Apple's foldable iPhone may feature a liquid metal hinge, which offers unmatched durability and reduces display creasing for a seamless foldable experience.
Apple's long-awaited foldable iPhone continues to be at the center of rumors and speculations. Despite all the rumored features, no confirmations have been made by the company. Recently, a trusted insider on Weibo revealed that the iPhone maker is developing the hinge with liquid metal, a highly durable material that is stronger than titanium. How Strong is the Liquid Metal Hinge? Liquid metal, or an amorphous alloy/metallic glass, has unmatched stiffness, which makes it a perfect candidate for the hinge of a foldable device. The material, as reported by Setsuna Digital on Chinese blogging platform Weibo, is 2.5 times stronger than titanium, which guarantees that the hinge will not deform or bend despite repeated folding and pressure. Famous Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had earlier predicted that Apple could use liquid metal in the iPhone Fold's hinge to enhance the device's durability. With its…