Android foldables just copied the iPhone Duo’s trick.
By Gene B. Geraissati, Founder & Tech Curator | OTN 60 video
What happened
A new Android app called Foldy turns a folding phone into a small smart display. Stand it half open on a table, like a tent, and it shows the time, your calendar, or any widget you choose, like smart home controls.
Why it matters
It’s inspired by the iPhone Duo’s StandBy mode, and it learns when your phone is standing on its side, so it turns on by itself. Developers are already bringing more iPhone Duo ideas to Android foldables.
OTN take
Our take: Foldy is free to try, but the best features cost 90 cents a month, or 9 dollars once. If you have a book-style foldable, it’s a cheap way to make it more useful on your desk.
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