Teardown of unreleased LG Rollable shows why rollable phones aren't a thing
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- LG once competed with Samsung in smartphones but exited the market in 2021.
- The LG Rollable, a prototype with a rollable screen, surfaced in a teardown, highlighting its complex mechanics.
- The phone used motors and a track to expand the screen by about 40%, with noise masked by a chime.
- Internal spring-loaded arms and a sliding tray supported the OLED panel and components during expansion.
- As a prototype, its bulky design allowed disassembly without damage, revealing LG's innovation before quitting smartphones.