Apple supplier Fine M-Tec insists its components are not responsible for the screen failures plaguing the iPhone Duo, as criticism spreads on social media. The controversy follows numerous reports of display breakages that point to a common hinge weakness.
A statement released by Fine M-Tec on October 26—as reported by *The Elec*—denies that its parts cause the damage and urges an end to the “witch hunt” for blame. The company declares, “The quality issues recently reported in certain products were not caused by defects in components supplied by our company,” and adds it is considering legal action against unverified claims.
Fine M-Tec manufactures internal hinges and metal plates used to protect foldable OLED panels and supplies Samsung Display among others. Videos show a pattern of horizontal line cracks near the display center, linked to a flat element that can snap during folding. Apple has acknowledged the issue and directed users to contact Apple Care for replacements, while early data suggest the problem is not widespread.
Apple Insider spoke with staff at 20 Genius Bars and found only four impacted iPhone Duo units, indicating limited impact. The company continues to investigate the root cause amid ongoing consumer concern.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing