Foldable Phone Makers Fixed Almost Everything — But One Big Problem Still Remains

Foldable phones have come a long way in 2025. Today’s devices are thinner, stronger, and more useful than earlier models. Phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold have shown how far the tech has come — but there is still one key challenge that tech writers say isn’t fully solved yet. 

According to Engadget, most of the major issues that used to trouble foldable devices are mostly fixed. But one problem remains — and it’s not about strength, software, or size. The problem is still the folding crease on the screen. 

Foldables Have Improved a Lot

Foldable phones started as fragile showpieces that got people excited — but also frustrated. Early models often had:

• weak hinges
• easily scratched screens
• bulky designs
• apps that didn’t work well on big screens

Most of these issues have gotten better over time thanks to new materials, stronger hinges, and software improvements. Modern foldables are now much thinner, more reliable, and closer to everyday smartphone quality. 

Manufacturers now use advanced hinge systems and reinforced glass, and many phones even have water resistance ratings. These changes have made foldables strong enough for regular daily use for most people. 

The Big Problem: The Crease

Even though many parts of foldable technology have improved, the crease where the screen folds is still noticeable on most devices. This crease happens because the screen bends at the center, and even with better materials, it is still visible or sometimes feels like a line when you touch it. 

For many users, the crease isn’t a deal-breaker. You can still watch videos, browse the web, and play games without major trouble. But for some people, the crease still feels like a reminder that foldable screens are not quite as perfect as flat glass screens. 

This means that even though foldables work well overall, the visual and tactile crease is still something that engineers haven’t fully “fixed” yet.

Why the Crease Is Hard to Fix

The crease is hard to eliminate because:

• Foldable screens bend and flex, but all materials show some wear where they repeatedly fold.
• Even strong ultra-thin glass or plastic can’t behave exactly like rigid glass yet.
• Keeping a perfect flat look without wrinkles is technologically difficult and expensive.

Some companies are experimenting with new display tech to make the crease less visible or even almost invisible. Rumors suggest future models like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 might use special techniques to reduce the crease even more.

Other Remaining Foldable Challenges

While the crease is the big one, the foldable category still faces a few smaller issues:

Battery Life: Foldables often struggle with battery performance compared with regular phones because they power two screens that draw lots of energy. 

Camera Quality: Foldables sometimes prioritize folding hardware over advanced camera systems, meaning the cameras aren’t always as strong as those in flagship slab phones.

Price: Foldable phones still cost a lot, often around $1,500–$2,000 or more, making them expensive for many buyers. 

App Support: Although app support has improved, not every app makes the best use of the large unfoldable screens. 

How People Use Foldables Today

Foldable phones are no longer niche curiosities. For many users they:

• act like a phone and a mini tablet in one
• are useful for multitasking
• can show two apps at once
• offer larger screens for reading and media

Some users say the crease doesn’t bother them that much in real life. Others still wish it were gone. Foldables are now practical and reliable enough for daily use — they just haven’t perfectly matched the look and feel of a flat screen yet. 

What’s Next for Foldable Phones

Industry reports show that foldable phones are still improving:

• New models are becoming slimmer and stronger.
• Better battery designs are being tested.
• Software optimization for foldable screens continues to get better.
• Rumors suggest future foldables may have less obvious creases. 

Some analysts even think that Apple could release a foldable iPhone as early as 2026, though it is still working to solve some of the same challenges.

Bottom Line

Foldable phones in 2025 are much improved compared with earlier models. Manufacturers like Samsung, Google, and others have fixed many major issues like durability, hinge reliability, water resistance, and software scaling. 

But one big problem still stands out: the visible crease where the screen folds. It’s a reminder that foldable technology is still evolving — impressive, but not yet perfect. 

Even so, many buyers now find foldables useful and stylish, and future updates may make them even more mainstream as prices fall and creases become less noticeable.
Foldable phones are almost there — just not completely there yet.