Since the advent of smartphones with foldable screens, a major issue has been the effect of the screen folding on the hinge of the device. Either way, in order to save space, maintain ergonomics, and bring sophistication to users, the issue of screen folding effect is one of the most challenging issues that manufacturers have to solve.
This is because the crease effect that exists can disrupt the experience of using the device, and this should not happen when users have already spent a lot of money, just to see this cosmetic problem. OPPO is not the first to appear with a foldable device, but as a result of the research and technological sophistication developed, the Flexion Hinge in the latest generation of their foldable device series has successfully featured a hinge with a screen that features a very minimal folding effect in the industry, compared to others .
Flexion Hinge – OPPO's Answer To The Hinges Of Foldable Screen Devices, Without Significant Bending Effects
OPPO first developed foldable screen technology as early as 2018 and only in 2020, they came up with the OPPO X 2021 which is the starting point for the development of the technology they brought to their latest foldable screen phone, the OPPO Find N2 Flip. The latest Flexion hinge is the latest generation, which also features a smaller and more compact design, allowing more other components to fit in the device.
This latest Flexion hinge also allows the OPPO Find N2 Flip to be folded without any space between the two screens. Therefore, there is no object that can be tucked in, or stuck in between, even if it is placed flat, it also looks more uniform and neat compared to other foldable devices.
And from any angle when you look at the device unfolded with a visible screen in place, you certainly cannot recognize the crease effect at a glance. This is a testament to the technological sophistication that OPPO brings as a result of their years of research.
With Small Flexion Hinge, More Components Can Be Loaded
Thanks to the sophistication of the small, space-saving Flexion Hinge, OPPO is also able to include more space for other components such as the battery. This is made possible by the new hinge design bringing material that can withstand high pressure up to 15%, using carbon fiber that has the same durability as the material used on airplanes.
When a material with the same durability as an airplane, is used on the body of this hinge, it can ensure that the hinge is strong and durable for frequent opening and closing, but still does not make the device feel heavy.
Another way the Flexion Hinge doesn't show a noticeable crease is the way it folds, which creates a water drop shape. This shape has a larger folding angle, but will not produce a noticeable screen folding effect. Even this shape also ensures that the screen will not change its shape.
Aided by the technology and sophistication of this hinge, it has high durability and has even been tested up to 400,000 folds by TÃœV Rheinland, and this 400,000 fold test is equivalent to 10 years of normal use. According to OPPO, roughly, users will open the folding screen phone around 100 times per day.
OPPO Find N2 Flip Packed With Technology
If you calculate the size of the device, as well as the size of the new generation Flexion Hinge which is small and still able to include a large front screen and a 4,300 mAh battery that also includes 44W SuperVOOC fast charging technology, it is clear that the OPPO Find N2 Flip is a small device, but with technology which equals other large-sized devices.
OPPO may not be the first to present a smartphone with a foldable screen, but their latest foldable devices, the OPPO Find N2 and OPPO Find N2 Flip, are the best proof of why 'being first does not guarantee victory'. With technology made by OPPO, surely users have more options in choosing a foldable device this year.