New foldable phone hits the market with a tougher screen

After years of complaints about foldable screen durability, a new model hits the market promising to fix the issue with a reinforced hinge and a new generation of ultra-thin glass.

According to the manufacturer, the device went through more than 300,000 fold cycles in lab tests without showing visible creases on the screen.

The smartphone also brings a bigger battery and improved cameras compared to the previous model, while keeping a competitive price within the foldable category.

Analysts see the launch as an important step toward making foldables mainstream beyond the early-adopter niche.