iFixit removes Galaxy Fold teardown until one can be purchase retail

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The drama surrounding Samsung'southward Galaxy Fold, its foldable flagship smartphone, continues to unravel.

Popular repair outlet iFixit has removed its teardown of the Milky way Fold after 2-days of existence online. The company notes that a request was made through a partner to take down the analysis of the device from its website.

"We were provided our Milky way Fold unit past a trusted partner. Samsung has requested, through that partner, that iFixit remove its teardown. We are under no obligation to remove our analysis, legal or otherwise. Simply out of respect for this partner, whom nosotros consider an marry in making devices more than repairable, we are choosing to withdraw our story until we tin can purchase a Galaxy Fold at retail," stated iFixit.

Almost of the problems with the Fold revolve around dust, clay and other droppings entering the phone's exterior that could lead to damaging the interior OLED brandish. In addition, the protective film on the display seemed to be a cause for concern. During its review of the Fold, iFixit said "the brandish could technically part without the layer, but it'due south so tightly adhered and the display is and so fragile that it's difficult to remove without applying display-breaking pressure."

Samsung postponed the launch of the device indefinitely.

iFixit concluded its note with what seems to seal up any stress caused to its partners and Samsung, stating, "Our squad appreciated the gamble to await within a fascinating device and share our enthusiasm with everyone. We look forward to telling the story of Samsung's design and engineering challenges and achievements as soon as possible."

For those interested in reading iFixit's Galaxy Fold teardown, check information technology out here at Net Archive.

Source: iFixit