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A durability expert's test revealed that Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the first smartphone to explode during testing, due to a battery short circuit caused by a structural failure at the antenna line, raising concerns about its durability claims despite other positive reviews.
During a durability test by JerryRigEverything, Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold failed catastrophically, with the device snapping along a known weak point, failing dust resistance, and ultimately catching fire due to battery short-circuiting, marking a significant failure in foldable phone design.
Google has launched the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel Buds 2a, with limited offers due to timing, while Samsung counters with a significant discount on the Galaxy Z Fold7, which also comes with a free tablet. The Pixel Buds 2a are an affordable option with ANC and spatial audio, and Samsung offers various tablets with their phones, including the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab A11. New accessories like the CMF Headphone Pro and CMF Watch 3 Pro have also been introduced.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are both excellent foldable phones, but the Pixel is better for dust-prone environments, iPhone switchers, and AI enthusiasts, while the Galaxy offers a slimmer design, fewer creases, and a better deal, making it the preferred choice for those prioritizing design and price.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the first foldable phone with full dust and water resistance (IP68), making it more durable than previous models, though it remains heavy and expensive, and its cameras are less impressive than other 10 Pro phones. Despite its durability, the reviewer experienced sand and saltwater exposure, highlighting the challenges of using foldables in harsh environments.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are high-end foldable smartphones with notable differences in design, specs, and features. The Z Fold 7 is thinner and lighter, with a slightly smaller battery but a more advanced chipset, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold offers a higher peak brightness, more RAM, and a better optical zoom camera. Price-wise, the Pixel is slightly cheaper, and both devices feature AI capabilities and advanced camera systems, though Samsung's camera boasts a higher megapixel main sensor.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold competes with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 by offering industry-first dust resistance (IP68), better compatibility with iPhone accessories via PixelSnap, and a lower price, making it ideal for dust-prone environments, iPhone switchers, and budget-conscious buyers. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 excels in slimness, minimal crease, polished AI features, and is available now, making it suitable for those prioritizing design and AI polish. Both phones are promising options, with the Pixel 10 Pro Fold launching in October.
A detailed leak reveals the specifications of the upcoming Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, including a foldable 8-inch primary display, a secondary 6.4-inch screen, a Google Tensor G5 chip, a 5,015mAh battery, and IP68 water resistance, with an expected release around October 9, 2023.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to support Qi2 wireless charging, feature a larger battery, and improved durability, with a release date set for October 9, announced at a Google event on August 20.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to be released in August 2025, featuring a slightly larger cover display, a brighter screen, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, and the new Tensor G5 chip with up to 16GB RAM. It maintains similar camera specs to its predecessor but offers an increased battery capacity of 5,015mAh. The device is anticipated to be priced around $1,600, making it a competitive option in the foldable market.
Google has released official renders of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, featuring new color options (Jade and Moonstone), a slightly larger cover display, an upgraded Tensor G5 chip, and a bigger 5,015mAh battery with faster charging capabilities, set to be a notable foldable device in 2023.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to be a refined foldable with minor upgrades over its predecessor, featuring a larger, brighter display, IP68 water resistance, and the new Tensor G5 chip, but it may not surpass the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in performance, design, or camera capabilities, which remains the industry leader with a thinner, lighter design, a more powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and a 200MP main camera. The Pixel is likely to be priced lower and offer a more traditional Pixel UI experience, but Samsung's foldable still leads in specs and build quality.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has appeared on Geekbench with key specs including a Tensor G5 SoC, 16GB RAM, and Android 16, indicating upcoming release alongside other Pixel 10 series models on August 20. Its benchmark scores suggest performance improvements over previous models, though still below Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered phones.
Rumors suggest that Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold may achieve an IP68 rating, offering dust tightness and water resistance, marking a significant upgrade in foldable phone durability. The device is also expected to feature a thinner hinge, resulting in a more compact and comfortable design.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold will feature a slimmer hinge, a slightly larger cover display, and will be the first foldable with IP68 dust and water resistance, set to be released on August 28, announced on August 20.