“Galaxy Z Fold 7 Durability Test: What Happens After 200,000 Folds? A YouTuber’s Surprising Findings!”

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 is making waves. It’s said to last up to 500,000 folds—double what earlier models could withstand. In an interesting twist, a YouTuber named Tech-it decided to manually fold the device 200,000 times. Why do this? To mimic real-world use, since mechanical tests don’t replicate everyday handling.

However, the results were surprising. Tech-it found problems well before hitting the 200,000 mark. After just 6,000 folds, the phone started to reboot unexpectedly. By 46,000 folds, creaking noises emerged near the hinge, which is not reassuring for users expecting durability.

By 75,000 folds, Tech-it noticed a concerning black liquid leaking from the hinge. Surprisingly, this issue didn’t return, but it’s certainly alarming. As the test progressed, at 175,000 folds, all speakers on the device failed. This raises serious questions about the Z Fold 7’s longevity, especially since these problems popped up long before reaching the lofty fold count that Samsung promised.

Despite these issues, the hinge became easier to operate, but it lost some of its elasticity. If the Z Fold 7 truly aims for 500,000 folds, one has to wonder what other challenges might surface along the way.

Interestingly, foldable phones are gaining traction as the future of mobile technology. According to a report by Statista, interest in foldable devices is rising, with about 38% of consumers in the U.S. expressing interest in owning one. As phone designs evolve, durability remains a critical factor for success.

From a historical perspective, consider how far we’ve come since the first flip phones. Back then, foldable technology was seen as a novelty. Now, it’s a competitive market with high expectations. Will Samsung rise to meet those demands? Only time—and more folding tests—will tell.