Apple's foldable phone hinge relies on AI precision
apple used ai to design and build the hinge for its new foldable phone, the duo, to improve durability. this affects consumer trust in foldable devices.
apple's first foldable phone, the duo, includes a hinge built with ai and 3d printing to enhance durability. according to johny srouji, apple's chief hardware officer, ai algorithms precisely match each hinge with its best-fit housing. a confocal laser scans the topology of every unit, and 3d printing creates up to 25 micro layers of a custom photopolymer. this process aims to eliminate residual waviness and improve the phone's overall durability. the move addresses consumer concerns about the longevity of foldable devices.