Google pushes Boundaries in Foldable phone Durability

Breaking News: Google’s upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold is reportedly set to be the first foldable smartphone to achieve an IP68 certification,a significant leap in water and dust resistance for the category.

For context, current leading foldable devices, such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, typically carry an IP48 rating. While this represents a notable improvement over earlier generations’ susceptibility to debris, it still falls short of the robust protection offered by conventional smartphones. The IP68 certification, as detailed by Android Headlines, signifies that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be resistant to dust and capable of withstanding submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for approximately 30 minutes.

This advancement in waterproofing, though not the most headline-grabbing feature, underscores the rapid progress made in overcoming the perceived limitations of foldable screen technology as its inception five years ago.

however, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold faces stiff competition in a market heavily influenced by Samsung, with brands like Honor also making aggressive inroads with their own foldable offerings. Notably,Google appears to be prioritizing durability and performance over extreme thinness,a trend that some manufacturers are actively pursuing.

Renderings shared by Onleaks suggest the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will retain a design language similar to its predecessor, the Pixel 9 Pro fold. It is expected to feature a 6.4-inch external display that unfolds to reveal an 8-inch internal screen.This internal display is rumored to boast enhanced brightness, reaching up to 3,000 nits. Furthermore, the device is anticipated to include a larger battery and benefit from increased performance powered by the new G5 Tensor chip, which is slated to be integrated across the Pixel 10 series.

Pricing for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to remain competitive, with initial models featuring 256GB of storage anticipated to start around €1,899.