Some Pixel Fold phones are breaking, here’s what Google has to say – Times of India

It has been merely a week since Google’s first foldable smartphone hit the shelves, and even before it could get in everyone’s hands, the Google Pixel Folds are breaking up.
Several reports and complaints on online forums have mentioned their Pixel Fold’s display breaking up, with people even attaching photos for proof.
A Pixel Fold user noticed a bright pink line on the inner screen of their device after just a few hours of use. Another Pixel Fold owner posted on Reddit about noticing small dents on the inner screen area of their device. Even though they haven’t encountered any problems with the screen, it’s still a matter of concern. Another Fold owner has also reported issues with the screen protector, including peeling and scratches.
One user was fortunate enough to have received a reply from Google. The person found cracks on their Pixel Fold screen and was able to receive a replacement after contacting Google, who responded in just one day and confirmed that it was a defective display.
Why do foldable display break
Foldable screens are fascinating, but they can be fragile. Unlike regular phone screens, they don’t have a layer of glass to protect them. The folding displays use Ultra Thin Glass (UTG), which is thin and allows the screen to fold. Then, there is a plastic screen protector on the screen to ensure it is protected.
But if any little bits get under the protector or the glass, it can damage the screen. So, when a user closes both sides, it presses dust and debris against it, which can lead up to the folding display breaking up.
Owners of Pixel Fold are not the only ones facing issues. The first generation Galaxy Z Fold, too, faced issues with the inner foldable display, causing Samsung to delay the foldable’s launch.
In response to the user complaints, Google spokesperson Alex Moriconi told The Verge, “We recommend anyone having an issue reach out to support to investigate.”