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LG Rollable phone teardown reveals issues
Ars Technica·
A teardown of LG's unreleased Rollable smartphone prototype reveals the complex engineering and potential pitfalls that likely prevented its market release. The device utilized dual motors and intricate internal mechanisms to expand its screen, leading to significant complexity and likely high manufacturing costs. Durability concerns are also prominent, as the numerous moving parts and delicate screen mechanism would be highly vulnerable to damage and dust, making long-term daily use improbable. This analysis explains why rollable phone technology, despite early interest from multiple manufacturers, has not yet become a mainstream product.
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