JerryRigEverything’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold Durability Test: Our Takeaway

We watched the video, and everything started normally in the classic JerryRigEverything fashion.

There was a scratch test to see how the outer and inner screens would hold up - and yes, the phone got scratches, which was not surprising given the pressure applied. So far, we have seen that the outer glass performed better in the scratch test than the inner display.

Using a lighter, the next step was the flame test. And again, it showed that the outer screen endured fire exposure better than the inner screen.

For the main event, Zack did his signature bend test. Zack folded the Pixel 10 Pro Fold backward with such force that the phone gave out. After a few more bends, there was smoke and sizzling sounds, and the phone was toasted.

Yes, there was a fire at Zack’s workstation that quickly spread across the internet.

Let’s look again at how the Pixel 10 Pro Fold was massacred…

As soon as the video came out, Reddit users went crazy about the topic. In a thread titled " Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold explodes during JerryRigEverything’s durability test," tech enthusiasts and smartphone users shared their varying opinions.

On the one hand, some were shocked by what happened. Reddit users had this to say:

• “That’s about the worst thing that could possibly happen during a durability test. Exploding is the one thing that a phone absolutely should not do.” - u/alwaysfatigued8787

• “Can you imagine designing a device people put in their back pocket and sit on but can be broken by your bare hands? It’s the 3rd model year running that has the same issue - and it celebrated with fireworks.” - u/disposable-assassin

The techy ones pointed out the Google phone’s weak points in its foldable design:

• “It snapped along the same antenna line that caused breakages in previous Pixel Fold models. That’s a horrible design flaw.” - u/vito0117

• “You’re supposed to fix those kinds of structural issues, not just tweak hardware specs.” - u/Legitimate_Air_Grip7

Still, there were those who defended Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold, saying that it was the result of testing extremes and not real-world performance:

• “He literally folded it the wrong way after it already broke. That’s not realistic - any phone battery would combust if crushed like that.” - u/BeatMastaD

• “This is the first time in over a decade that one of his tests ended with a phone blowing up. That says more about this test being extreme than about typical use.” - u/xaeru

After the smoke has cleared (pun intended), one thing is clear: foldable phones (especially Google’s) still have room to grow.

Whether you see this explosion as a design flaw or simply an extreme test, the debate over how durable foldable phones are will continue… until the next test (or explosion).

It’s not that we’re defending Google, but let’s give credit where credit is due. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is an elegant, premium device. It features a sturdy design and a bright display inside and out.

The phone is durable with normal use (it seems this is the first report of the product exploding - again, due to an extreme test). For all Pixel 10 Pro Fold owners with phones that didn’t explode, it’s still an impressive device, and they’re loving their phones (what’s not to love?).

The truth is, foldables are just more fragile than their non-folding counterparts. Each phone design has its pros and cons, so being less durable (and demanding more care) is the trade-off for owning such a fine mobile device.

While JerryRigEverything’s tests are fun and informative, they’re also undeniably brutal. Not too many people will purposely bend their expensive foldable phone backward or, at the very least, scratch it with a blade.

In the real world, where cell phones are used (and appreciated) as they’re designed, most foldable phone owners report good experiences (that’s why they’re so popular!).

It’s a given that, under normal circumstances, you should handle your phone with care (maybe not with utmost care all the time, but some degree of care is enough).

So, while Zack’s bend test resulted in the Pixel 10 Pro Fold exploding, it doesn't necessarily mean that it will happen to you too - well, unless you decide to bend your phone backward too, or make it go through some extreme test just like Zack (please don’t).

Think about it this way… sometimes, durability isn’t just about what a phone can survive - but how you protect it.

This tweet has something to say…

At Thinborne, we design phone cases that are thin yet strong (and they’re ultra-light too). These are the perfect match for phones like the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, as you would want to retain its slim design.

Think of our cases as the armor for your premium phone. We use aramid fiber material, which is used in bulletproof vests. Yes, it’s that strong, but we hope you won’t tell Zack, as he might test it with real bullets.

Phone cases (including ours) are not magic cases that will protect your phone from the apocalypse. However, it will protect your gadget from everyday accidents - scratches, bumps, and drops.

Our case can withstand minor impacts and reduce stress on your foldable phone’s hinges, helping extend its lifespan. Our Thinborne Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold case offers protection that’s so thin it’s barely noticeable.

Would the Pixel 10 Pro Fold case prevent it from exploding? Sadly, with such extreme pressure applied on the phone, we don’t think it would have survived even if enclosed in an aramid case (a harder, bulkier case would have made a difference, though).

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold explosion is trending because it caught the interest of all smartphone users (especially Pixel fans). However, despite the commotion, it doesn’t necessarily mean that Google failed - because again, the phone was subjected to an out-of-this-world extreme test.

That’s not to say that the explosion episode didn’t have its benefits. It actually highlights the delicate technology involved in the production of foldable phones.

The lesson here is obvious: respect your foldable phone and care for it. Don’t do what Zack did - don’t purposely scratch it, burn it, and bend it backward. No, just no…

On the contrary, give your Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold the protection it deserves with a premium thin phone case - like the ones we make at Thinborne.