Google’s first foldable smartphone, the Google Pixel Fold, has finally launched, with some exciting new specs. Google has made some big promises about the Google Pixel Fold; however, only time will tell if it’s worth the hype. With a $1,799 starting price, it’s definitely an investment. If you’re planning to purchase the Google Pixel Fold, it’s worth understanding how to protect it.
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What is the Google Pixel Fold?
The Google Pixel Fold is Google’s first foldable smartphone, and is one of the thinnest, most durable foldable phone to ever hit the shelves. Here’s what we know about the Google Pixel Fold so far:
- Google Pixel Fold price: 256 GB version: $1,799; 512 GB version: $1,919
- Processor: Google Tensor G2, Titan M2 Coprocessor
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Main display: 7.6 inches
- Cover display: 5.8 inches
- Water resistant: Yes
- Colors: Obsidian, porcelain
- Authentication: Face unlock, fingerprint sensor
Tips for protecting your Google Pixel Fold
Foldable smartphones have been around for a few years; however, they are still an emerging technology. This means that they haven’t been around long enough to create models that are truly robust. Their screens, in particular, are especially delicate and easy to damage.
For this reason, if you purchase a Google Pixel Fold, it needs to be treated with care. Wondering how to best protect your Google Pixel Fold? Here are some tips for keeping your Google Pixel Fold safe:
Skip the screen protector
While adding a screen protector to most phones is an important way to prevent cracking or chipping the screen, foldable phones typically come with their own, pre-installed screen protector designed to protect the phone’s screen both when it’s open and as you close it.
Adding an additional screen protector can not only interfere with the phone’s folding capability, it’s also just an unnecessary cost. Instead, you can rely on the screen protector that comes with your Google Pixel Fold.
Avoid slamming the screen
Even with the built in screen protector, it’s important to remember that any foldable smartphone has a delicate screen, so the best way to protect it is by being gentle anytime you touch or close the screen. Avoid touching your phone screen with anything other than your finger, a cleaning wipe, or a stylus, and always touch the screen as lightly and gently as possible.
Additionally, because foldable smartphone screens are more delicate than the average smartphone screen, even particles as small as dust or dirt can scratch the surface. Before closing your phone, it’s smart to make sure that there is no debris on the screen.
Protect it from liquids
Although the Google Pixel Fold is built to be water resistant, no foldable smartphone is truly waterproof, so it’s important to keep your device away from liquids which can damage your phone.
Don’t bend the screen backwards
Above all, do not ever bend your Google Pixel Fold’s screen backwards. Foldable smartphones have very delicate and carefully designed hinges that allow them to fold, and bending the screen backwards can result in serious damage to your Google Pixel Fold’s underlying structure. To avoid damaging your Google Pixel Fold, never bend the screen more than 180 degrees.
Final thoughts
If you’re thinking about investing in the new Google Pixel Fold, it’s important to know how to care for it to prevent expensive repairs or damage. With a few of the tips in this article, you’ll be able to enjoy your new Google Pixel Fold for years to come.
Even with protective measures, accidents still happen, and the last thing you want is to have to pay to repair or replace your $1,799 foldable smartphone. With a product protection plan, you can protect your Google Pixel Fold from accidental damage, hardware failures, manufacturer’s defects, and more. Even though Google offers Google Preferred Care, it can be expensive, and often doesn't provide the best level of protection.
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