Beyond Boring Foldables: What's Next for the Future of Flexible Devices?

Foldables have struggled with innovation since their initial launch in 2019, primarily featuring two design types: book-style and flip phones. Despite several generations of improvements, the market has remained stagnant, with Samsung largely leading but not significantly pushing boundaries. However, Huawei's recent introduction of a 'tri-fold' device and the Pura X, a unique hybrid foldable, signals renewed experimentation in the segment. The article calls for more innovation, suggesting ideas such as revisiting smaller form factors like the Pixel Fold or Oppo Find N/N2, and exploring true foldable tablets. It also highlights other top stories, including delays for the Google Pixel 9a, Samsung's upcoming One UI 7 update, and various updates in the tech industry.