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Apple's new hardware chief says seeing screen protectors used on iPhones makes his "skin crawl"

Apple's new VP of Hardware Engineering stated that seeing screen protectors on iPhones makes his "skin crawl." The executive discouraged their use while simultaneously addressing the launch of the iPhone Duo. Regarding the new foldable device, the VP asked users to "hold us accountable" for the durability of the iPhone Duo's hinge. Apple claims to have developed a method that makes the crease on the iPhone Duo nearly disappear, expressing confidence that the hardware will satisfy critics.

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  • ✓ Apple's new VP of Hardware Engineering said seeing screen protectors on iPhones makes his "skin crawl".
  • ✓ The Apple hardware chief told users to "hold us accountable" for the iPhone Duo's hinge durability.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 7 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Apple's new VP of Hardware Engineering publicly criticized screen protector use and commented on iPhone Duo hinge durability.

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  1. Apple Hardware Chief Opposes iPhone Screen Protectors

    Apple's new VP of Hardware Engineering stated that seeing screen protectors on iPhones makes his "skin crawl." The executive discouraged their use while simultaneously addressing the launch of the iPhone Duo. Regarding the new foldable device, the VP asked users to "hold us accountable" for the durability of the iPhone Duo's hinge. Apple claims to have developed a method that makes the crease on the iPhone Duo nearly disappear, expressing confidence that the hardware will satisfy critics.

    Why it matters

    The iPhone Duo introduces foldable technology to Apple's smartphone lineup. Hinge durability and screen creasing are primary technical challenges for foldable hardware.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple's new VP of Hardware Engineering said seeing screen protectors on iPhones makes his "skin crawl".
    • The Apple hardware chief told users to "hold us accountable" for the iPhone Duo's hinge durability.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Apple has made the iPhone Duo crease nearly disappear.
    • Apple is confident the iPhone Duo crease will prove naysayers wrong.

    What to watch next

    • Independent durability tests of the iPhone Duo hinge
    • Official technical specifications for the iPhone Duo screen material
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. TechRadar — ‘A lot of blood, sweat, and tears went into that’: Apple’s new VP of Hardware Engineering says he wants you to ‘hold us accountable’ for the iPhone Duo’s hinge durability
    2. MacRumors — Apple Exec Says 'Hold Us Accountable' on iPhone Duo Crease
    3. Digital Trends — Apple explains how it made the iPhone Duo crease nearly disappear
    4. TechSpot — Apple's new hardware chief says seeing screen protectors used on iPhones makes his "skin crawl"
    5. NDTV — Apple Top Executive Doesn't Want You To Use Screen Protector On iPhone: 'It Makes My Skin Crawl'
    6. PhoneArena — Apple is confident the iPhone Duo’s crease will prove naysayers wrong, and I’d love that to be true
    7. India Today — Apple hardware chief doesn’t want you to use iPhone screen protectors, here is why
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