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• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Eventually, old computers and operating systems will likely be referred to as dumb computers or dumb terminals or similar, because they don't have artificial intelligence.⁩ ⁨⁨2⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  What Google’s response actually looks like:

  It sounds like there might be a misunderstanding about how foldable phones work!

  Foldable phones are not inflated. They are highly sophisticated electronic devices with a flexible screen and a complex hinge mechanism that allows them to bend or fold.

  Here’s how they generally work:

  • Flexible Display: Unlike traditional smartphones with rigid glass screens, foldable phones use flexible OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) or AMOLED displays. These displays are built on a plastic or polyimide substrate, which is much more flexible and can bend without breaking.
  • Hinge Mechanism: This is a crucial component. Manufacturers like Samsung, Google, Huawei, and others have developed intricate hinge designs (often involving multiple interlocking gears) that allow the phone to fold and unfold smoothly and precisely. The hinge is designed to be durable and withstand thousands of folds.
  • Software Optimization: The operating system (usually Android) is optimized to adapt to the different screen states. When the phone is folded, it functions like a compact smartphone. When unfolded, the software seamlessly adjusts the interface to take advantage of the larger, tablet-like screen, enabling multitasking and enhanced viewing experiences.
  • Materials: While the core display is flexible, manufacturers often use ultra-thin glass (UTG) or specialized flexible plastic layers on top for improved scratch resistance and a more premium feel.

  So, to be clear, you don’t “inflate” a foldable phone like a balloon. You simply unfold it to reveal the larger screen, and fold it back up for a more compact form factor.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Oof⁩ ⁨⁨5⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  Well that was a depressing read

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Oof⁩ ⁨⁨5⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩:

  Unfortunately, the last panel isn’t happening in real life

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Steam games will now need to fully disclose kernel-level anti-cheat on store pages⁩ ⁨⁨7⁩ ⁨months⁩ ago⁩:

  I mean, anybody could verify it by spending a few hours each on the respective games… But yes, any empirical data would be nice. For example, a study on the amount of blatant hackers found on lobbies joined in comparable ranks. Anyway, this isn’t exactly misinformation to anybody who has played both games at any decent rank. It’s unproved but immediately discernible information. Take that how you will, i don’t really intend to argue about this here. This kind of pointless argument is the worst thing about Lemmy.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Steam games will now need to fully disclose kernel-level anti-cheat on store pages⁩ ⁨⁨7⁩ ⁨months⁩ ago⁩:

  I sure wish there was some empirical study regarding the same too. I’m very much going by anecdotal evidence from myself and others right now

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨Steam games will now need to fully disclose kernel-level anti-cheat on store pages⁩ ⁨⁨7⁩ ⁨months⁩ ago⁩:

  you don’t actually need kernel level to do anti cheat well.

  I’m sure you’re right, but VAC is one of the worst examples for that… I think whatever Blizzard does with Overwatch 2 is a better example.

• ⁨Comment⁩ on ⁨YSK: You don't own your Kindle e-books.⁩ ⁨⁨8⁩ ⁨months⁩ ago⁩:

  Technically, we’re one update away from Kobo taking our device away too. I do love my KOReader on my Clara 2E though