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After 32,000 Folds, iPhone Duo’s Hinge Serves up a Big Surprise

Tech journalist Joanna Stern and hardware designer Aron Cohen created a custom machine called Hingey to test the iPhone Duo’s hinge durability by folding it over 32,000 times automatically. The test aimed to evaluate if the hinge would loosen or degrade through repeated use, addressing common folding phone concerns such as screen creases and hinge wear. Despite aggressive stress testing, the iPhone Duo’s hinge maintained its performance, demonstrating Apple’s complex engineering with over 100 components to ensure smooth opening and closing.

https://www.cultofmac.com/news/hingey-iphone-duo-hinge-fold-test

Every iPhone Ever Made

apple, history, iphone, technology

The article provides a comprehensive overview of every iPhone model released since 2007, detailing their specifications, key moments, and technological milestones that shaped the smartphone industry. It highlights significant changes such as the introduction of Retina displays, Touch ID, Face ID, the transition from Lightning to USB-C, and the recent integration of AI features, along with the evolution of camera technology and design across 19 years and over 50 models sold worldwide.

https://sheets.works/data-viz/every-iphone

Rank the 50 Best Apple Products

apple, history, technology

The Verge is hosting a community-driven ranking to identify the top 50 Apple products from the last 50 years using a modified ELO algorithm that compares users’ preferences between product pairs. Notable Apple products like the original iPhone, M1 chip, and original iPod rank highly, and participants contribute to the overall ranking by choosing their preferred items in head-to-head matchups.

https://www.theverge.com/cs/tech/900477/apple-50-anniversary-rank-products/

How Long Will My Mac’s SSD Last?

hardware, macos, technology

TLDR: Mac SSDs last longer than older HDDs; expect 3,000 erase-write cycles for modern SSDs. Monitor data written to estimate lifespan, keep at least 10% storage free, and ensure ample RAM to avoid rapid wear from swap space usage. SSDs generally wear out over time, but with proper use, they can function well over a decade.

https://eclecticlight.co/2026/02/26/how-long-will-my-macs-ssd-last/

Notes on Apple’s Nano Texture

technology

TLDR: Nano Texture display eliminates glare, improving outdoor/bright environment usability despite needing special cleaning. It’s great for coding outside, but maintenance and cost can be downsides. Recommended if glare is a major issue; otherwise, reconsider.

https://jon.bo/posts/nano-texture/