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If you have a fancy new foldable phone like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Apple iPhone Duo, maybe even an older model from Samsung, Motorola or another brand, you'll want to protect it.
Key facts
- The iPhone Duo and Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold are impressive in this respect, with an IP68 rating — higher than what you'll find in older foldables
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 only meets an IP48 rating, which means fine dust particles can damage the screen and hinge
- If you have a fancy new foldable phone like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Apple iPhone Duo, maybe even an older model from Samsung, Motorola or another brand, you'll want to protect it
- These cases are more like covers, so they offer some protection but not full 360-degree coverage, and they don't protect the hinge
Summary
It's a more challenging process for manufacturers to make cases that offer sufficient protection for foldable phones without impeding performance, not to mention ruining the sleek look of the device. Foldable phone cases generally cover the back and sides, up to the front perimeter to help prevent breaks, shock, scratches and scuffs. These cases are more like covers, so they offer some protection but not full 360-degree coverage, and they don't protect the hinge. Samsung's Carbon Standing Case for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 focuses on the inclusion of an anti-reflective film and built-in kickstand, seemingly designed for convenience first and protection second.