I’ve gotten used to holding onto my phones longer and skipping several phone releases at a time (Nexus 6 > Pixel 2 XL > Pixel 6 XL) and I don’t really feel like I can continue to do that with a foldable based on the durability questions from the main screen. The prospect of a smaller device in my pocket is the big factor in wanting one and every time a new flip device comes out I find myself doing the same research hoping there is a magic bullet that solves the screen durability or de-lamination issues.

I have to carry two phones due to my job and have been considering a flip to shrink the overall footprint of devices in my pockets. I can’t tell if the screen protector issues on previous models is overblown or not, but it feels like a real love it or hate it device.

My body is ready.