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Highlights Galaxy Z Fold 6 tested by JerryRigEverything Dust penetrated the hinge despite IP48 rating Part of the phone caught fire during teardown Samsung offers Galaxy Z Assurance for screen care The YouTube channel JerryRigEverything recently put Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 6 through some extreme tests. These tests are much tougher than normal use, but they help show how strong the phone really is. The tests included scratching the screen, bending the phone, and even setting it on fire. For the most part, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 did okay in these tests. But there were two things that raised some concerns. Dust and Fire: Two Unexpected Problems Galaxy Z Fold 6 Faces Durability Challenges and Catches on Fire in Extreme Tests First, there's the dust test. Samsung says the Galaxy Z Fold 6 has an IP48 rating, which means it should resist some dust and water. But in this test, more dust got into the hinge than with last year's model. This made the hinge make uncomfortable noises. The second, more worrying issue happened when the tester was taking the phone apart. Surprisingly, part of the phone caught fire. This wasn't because of the tough tests earlier. It happened when the tester was carefully taking off layers of the screen. A small cable inside the phone seemed to cause the fire, not the battery. The tester noted this didn't happen with older Galaxy Fold models. Durability Concerns? Samsung says the Galaxy Z Fold 6 has an IP48 rating It's important to remember that these tests are much tougher than how people normally use their phones. The fire happened during a complete teardown of the device, which most users would never do. However, the dust issue is something to think about. If you live in a dusty area or often use your phone at the beach, you might want to be extra careful with the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Galaxy Z Fold 6 tested by JerryRigEverything Samsung seems to know that foldable phones might need extra care. They're offering something called "Galaxy Z Assurance" for Fold 6 buyers. This gives users one free screen protector replacement and cheaper screen repairs for two years. While the fire issue is concerning, it's not likely to happen during normal use. The dust problem might be more relevant for everyday users. SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 6 KEY SPECIFICATIONS Key Specs RAM 12 GB Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Rear Camera 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP Front Camera 12 MP Battery 4700 mAh Display 7.8 inches (19.81 cm) General Launch Date August 2, 2023 (Unofficial) Operating System Android v12 Performance Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) Architecture 64 bit Fabrication 4 nm Graphics Adreno 740 RAM 12 GB Display Display Type Dynamic AMOLED Screen Size 7.8 inches (19.81 cm) Resolution 1768 x 2208 pixels Pixel Density 363 ppi Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus Bezel-less display Yes with punch-hole display Touch Screen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch Camera MAIN CAMERA Camera Setup Triple Resolution 50 MP, Primary Camera 12 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 10 MP , Telephoto Camera Autofocus Yes Flash Yes, LED Flash Image Resolution 8150 x 6150 Pixels Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Camera Features Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus FRONT CAMERA Camera Setup Single Resolution 12 MP, Primary Camera Battery Capacity 4700 mAh Type Li-ion Removable No Wireless Charging Yes Quick Charging Yes, Fast USB Type-C Yes Storage Internal Memory 256 GB Expandable Memory No Network & Connectivity SIM Slot(s) Dual SIM, GSM+GSM SIM Size SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano Network Support 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G VoLTE Yes SIM 1 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2300(band 40)FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz GPRS: Available EDGE: Available SIM 2 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2300(band 40)FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz GPRS: Available EDGE: Available Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) Wi-Fi Features Mobile Hotspot Bluetooth Yes, v5.2 GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass NFC Yes USB Connectivity Mass storage device, USB charging Multimedia Loudspeaker Yes Audio Jack USB Type-C Sensors Fingerprint Sensor Yes Fingerprint Sensor Position Side Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer FAQs What durability tests did the Galaxy Z Fold 6 undergo? The Galaxy Z Fold 6 was subjected to scratching, bending, and even a fire test to evaluate its durability under extreme conditions. How did dust affect the Galaxy Z Fold 6 in the tests? Despite its IP48 rating, more dust entered the hinge of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 compared to its predecessor, causing uncomfortable noises. What caused the fire in the Galaxy Z Fold 6 during testing? The fire occurred during a complete teardown, specifically when the tester was removing screen layers. A small cable inside the phone caused the fire, not the battery. Is the fire issue a concern for everyday users? The fire happened during a teardown process, which regular users would not perform. It's not expected to be an issue under normal use conditions. What is Galaxy Z Assurance, and how does it help users? Galaxy Z Assurance provides Fold 6 buyers with one free screen protector replacement and discounted screen repairs for two years, acknowledging the extra care foldable phones might require. 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