Samsung’s $1,900 Z Fold 8 is still vulnerable to pocket lint
iFixit has provisionally given Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 a repairability score of 4 out of 10, which largely hinged on… well, the hinge. In its teardown of the device, iFixit found that because it carries an IP48 ingress rating - meaning it isn't protected against particles under 1 millimeter - dust and sand could […]
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has been given a provisional repairability score of 4 out of 10 by iFixit. The score is largely due to the device's hinge, which is difficult to repair or replace. According to iFixit, the hinge's IP48 ingress rating means it is not protected against particles under 1 millimeter, making it vulnerable to dust and sand.
iFixit found that after working the Fold 8 open and closed, the hinge started making crunching and grinding noises, and the phone stopped opening normally. The inner screen is also extremely fragile, and paired inner display and hinge assemblies require gutting the phone for repairs. Official spare parts are also scarce.
The device's high price, reportedly $1,900, has not translated to a robust design. Despite some positives, such as standard Phillips/JIS screws and modular USB-C ports, the phone's repairability is hampered by its delicate hinge and impractical dust protection.
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