Time and time again, I am stunned just how unrepairable modern devices are. It's pretty sickening actually, but nonetheless, great fix!!

@thetechfromheaven

2 жыл бұрын

But he actually repaired it tho. You might mean they are more fragile and built with planned obsolesence, because Samsungs are very easy to repair, they were the first ones who started offering original replacement parts, and almost all their devices use the same type of screw unlike Apple who used like 10 diferent types and makes repairs a pain.

@RicoGalassi

2 жыл бұрын

@@thetechfromheaven what I meant is repairs are not user friendly. They require tools and in some cases like this one, they require entirely new chassis that cost a few hundred dollars. 👍🏼

@thetechfromheaven

2 жыл бұрын

@@RicoGalassi yup, repairs will always scare away the average user. But if you have $1000 burning in a hole, it's a very good idea to invest in repair tools.

@Kalvinjj

2 жыл бұрын

@@RicoGalassi That glue hell makes me sad every time I see it. Not Hugh's job with the glue, no the mere need for it. My Z5 Compact too is fully glued shut and I really hate this crappy trend. I came to the video wondering how in heck you separate the screen and reattach it properly, and then he just goes "Nope, DON'T". And... yes, fully understand why.

@chachaboy2

2 жыл бұрын

@@thetechfromheaven If you have a thousand dollars to burn though, you'd be better off just buying a new phone. Unless you're a repair shop, spending a thousand dollars isn't exactly worth it for a 230 dollar phone.

I learnt to repair my iphones through your videos and I'm simply amazed on how great of a worker you are Hugh, you're simply amazing and I can't imagine myself taking on that venture even if i had the money and the tools, but you inspire me to keep practicing!

@MartyKay

2 жыл бұрын

That's how we imagine how every repair should look. Sadly, it's not the case...

@catfraud

Жыл бұрын

hahahaha no

@rexyoshimoto4278

Жыл бұрын

@@MartyKay Haw, haw! Sometimes it's like that.🙂

This proves that company’s can repair folding phones but choose not to. Love the videos Hugh

@MrREDSTAR20

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder can you scrape off the paint of the phone to make a clear version it looks awesome on the inside

@TheCoolDave

2 жыл бұрын

This a factor because of cost. Think of a repair shop. This display cost $350, the shop has to mark it up for a profit, so lets say $50, so now the screen costs $400, then their is labor costs. This is not just heat removing a display and replacing (iPhone and most Android devices), your completely disassembling the phone. This could cost $150+ in labor, so now a $1500 phone is going to cost $550-650 to repair. Most people would just buy a new phone.... When display prices come down so a shop could replace it for $300-$400 it might be an option for them to repair...

@bosenngantor9160

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheCoolDave the thing is...sparepart price tends to stay the same almost forever, the price of secondhand/ preloved smartphone would simply be 1/2 or 1/3 of the display sparepart itself after 2-3 years after its released

@Windows98R

Жыл бұрын

Companies don’t really care for IF they can, it’s a matter of SHOULD they. If I was running a business I’d rather take the decision that consumes less time and money for the same general outcome. And a replacement is more viable as a option. Labor (people) aren’t cheap, they are in fact often the most expensive part of a company expense.

@TheCoolDave

Жыл бұрын

@@Windows98R Nah, the first fold phones that came out were canceled because of even the display models cracked very quickly. They were very poor design, and they redid it and with a few revisions they felt it was good. Still the tech is not even close to being ready for everyone. I know people who have had problems with them after a few months and by then the warranty was up. I feel the tech is not ready for the consumer pocket but, to each their own... It's devices like this that keep repair places open and making a profit...

Oh no, did Mr. Mobile break his flip phone again?

Nice repair and restoration, and I'm glad to hear it worked out OK for you! Having said that, due to the fragile nature of these phones, I wouldn't be getting one anytime soon. If I want a phone with two screens, I'll get a proper dual screen phone, like the LG G8X.

@f1ndGeo.

2 жыл бұрын

rip lg

@mehshutup3041

2 жыл бұрын

Too bad LG is dead

@RexDC

2 жыл бұрын

The phones are good tho, you just need to be less careless.

@rezer1st

2 жыл бұрын

These are not that fragile. I bought one for my mom. 6 months and several drops later and still no issues. Plus samsung has a policy for the first year. If the display is cracked for any reason, they only charge you ~100dollars for the repair.

@MissFoxification

2 жыл бұрын

The constant failures and short lifespan of these screens keeps me away from them as well.

As usual, you are stunning! I’ll grateful you care enough to fix these contraptions!

It's amazing how complex the internals are!

Seller be like "was in great condition then all the sudden i dropped it and it wasn't" lmao

@simonro9168

2 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming that was meant to describe the general condition of the case, etc. apart from the damage caused by the drop.

@TechOut

2 жыл бұрын

@@simonro9168 I know it was a joke

I work on Samsung phones on a daily basis, mostly OEM repairs. And my least favorite part of working on them is dealing with adhesive. It really is an art to get it just right. I am lucky that I have access to Samsung's adhesive so I don't have to use the liquid stuff but still it is very annoying!

@joycekaps

Жыл бұрын

please tellme wer to get lvd

@hummerfan100

Жыл бұрын

i personally dont get why people dont just get the pre cut adhesives. It costs maybe 2,50 more but spares you time and more importantly: the next person opening the phone won't suffer

Hi Hugh. Massive thanks for making this video. The main camera died on my ZFlip3. I was able to fix it by replacing the motherboard thanks to you. I might be the only one out there who's had a fault with a flip but it wasn't the screen! At least the internals are easy to come by! Cheers.

Amazing work as always! Thank you for sharing. We now have the same phone!

Fascinating, and great job, as always.

Well done! Great repair!

You're an absolute boss, sir. Came across your channel few weeks ago and I choose to stay. Much love to you ✌️

@HughJeffreys

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome

@myboah4764

2 жыл бұрын

Noice

I used to repair a lot of phones for family and friends. While I loved owning a Z Fold 2, just like this phone, it requires so much TLC to keep it functioning. I'm moving back to a flat phone that doesn't feel like a brick in my pocket 👍

These kind of videos are like good breeze on hot summer day thanks

Thank you so much Hugh

i own a flip 3, and so far its been about as durable as any other phone ive owned personally. its been dropped closed and open. only issue ive had is that the screen protectors just, keep unsticking. but besides that, its been a great phone, and i love its folding aspect

@LamoidZombieDog

2 жыл бұрын

and then the useless display ratio

@Matthewv1998

2 жыл бұрын

@@LamoidZombieDog its not useless. yeah its not 16:9, but anything i watch doesnt get obstructed by my thumbs, cinematic movies have hardly any cutoff. any photos i take are fine. ive had 0 issues with any of the apps i use. plus i much prefer how narrow this phone is vs my iphone 11 i had before

@LamoidZombieDog

2 жыл бұрын

@@Matthewv1998 it is, the ratios are both dumb and useless. If the outside was a normal note ratio the inside would be like a mini tab s8, and it could be a good device. I have a food 3 512gb, it collects dust on my shelf.

@Matthewv1998

2 жыл бұрын

@@LamoidZombieDog skinnier phones arent a crime. i can use this phone with one hand. i cant do that on my old iphone. or the S series when i've handled them. not everything needs to be a giant, wide fablet. i think its perfect honestly. i love this phone.

@LamoidZombieDog

2 жыл бұрын

@@Matthewv1998 iPhone is uncomfortable and to wide in general. I one handed a note 20 ultra since launch and just downgraded to this shit22notultra. And my hands aren't big.

Good stuff, Hugh 👌

Great repair. I ditched my z3 flip that i bought in October 21 for the s22 ultra in March 22 due to the screen cracking on the hinge. Tbh it is the best phone i ever had, but is a shame about the screen cracking after being meticulously looked after!

@xbrandon2252

Жыл бұрын

Same dude but I’m returning mine after a couple days because of how fragile it is, and summers coming up and this phone is not good for summer, especially going to the lake or beach

@angryviper1

Жыл бұрын

My z flip 3 also broke so i got the s23 plus

@newchangeunlisted_viewer5594

10 ай бұрын

Same here except I got a s23 ultra So disappointed samsung released the flip 3 as such a fragile device

Great work, I wouldn’t have the patience for this

Experts made it look so easy 😀

clean and tidy work!

0:28 “Phone was in great condition until it was damaged” Oh yeah, it’s like saying “my Satsuma engine was working until I mis-shifted from 3rd to 2nd at 8000 RPM, causing the engine block to go googats, puncturing the oil pan, thus activating the self lubrication chassis system, and making piston 4 nowhere to be found”

@Kalvinjj

2 жыл бұрын

What, ain't 3 cylinders all the rage now on economy cars?

@matthewl5434

2 жыл бұрын

​@@Kalvinjj 3 cylinders running on a 4 cylinder engine is not a good thing

@Kalvinjj

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewl5434 Naaah that's just a little over the top cylinder deactivation, it will ~limp~ run fine!

@satsumagt5284

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kalvinjj I can guarantee, the crankshaft is bent and the main bearings are googats

Love your videos bro ty keep it up ❤️

Wow bruh I checked out your store you ain’t Lying you got some grate Deals over there definitely going to buy one from you 🙂

his videos are the main reason i am watching youtube. edit: your videos are so satisfying

I’ve had one of those in the same color. Promptly sold it to a friend after a few weeks (it had complimentary Care+), especially after reports of the screen spontaneously cracking at the crease and getting scruffs at the hinge from normal use. Repairing the screen is expensive if you didn’t get Care+. If you pre-ordered one, you’re one of the lucky ones that get complementary Care+ protection for 1 year and a 25W charger. Right now, they’re selling even slightly used ones for less than half of the retail price because of the cost of repair (especially if you don't have Care+).

@recitationtohear

2 жыл бұрын

Finally it's here *YES* *kzread.info/dash/bejne/qKJsucavm9C6d9Y.html*

@lescoe

2 жыл бұрын

Why would you pawn garbage off on a friend like that? Kind of a 🍆 move.

@potatorigs2155

2 жыл бұрын

so you promptly sold a phone known to fail to a friend noice !

@peterthepanda

2 жыл бұрын

@@potatorigs2155 It had complimentary Care+ so they can have it repaired for free within the period, and they wanted a folding phone anyway. I don’t want the hassle of bringing it to Samsung for repairs in case of problems.

@KKenth61

2 жыл бұрын

same here 🙋🏼‍♂️

4:06 alcohol and guitar picks are also good for prying free emotions too 😂

Great repair, impressed with how much alcohol you’re able to drink and use it to your advantage.

OMG, thankful was able to watch this. I’m actually thinking of upgrading to Flip4 (from iphone11) foldable phones are cute and so advanced, but hesitating since it’s only a 4th edition so I’m guessing the folding technology is not that sturdy yet. So this video def proved that foldable phones are still a risky purchase. I’m not rich so if I buy a $1000 phone I’ll be wanting a minimum of 3years with it.

It is a beautiful phone ..great job Hugh

@leebeeskee

Жыл бұрын

You literally use it like a normal phone except this one has a crease and costs more. Why would that be desirable?

I love your channel so much

i enjoy watching e waste being reuse and saving the raw material . thanks

Honestly as a tech, my way forward for my fold 3 down the track will be diy, and considering currently in Australia, $750 gets you a replacement housing like this for the flip 3, it still beats buying a new $2500 phone

thank for video ❤️

A similar happened to my flip3 and managed to get it fixed with warranty.

No matter how many times I watch your videos time after time, you have given me hope on how to repair any android phone. You are one amazing repairman.

Great repair!

Thanks, after watching this video I now want a broken Z Flip 3.

My Flip is still working as it should after 9 months. The only thing that needed replacing was the included screen protector.

well done Huge

GREAT VIDEO THNX

Outstanding job..

Enjoy watching your videos⭐️Thank you😇⭐️

Hugh what educational post on KZread, heck the shadedy repairer would not touch it because of complexity of the internal

Props for saying z the right way 🥳🥳😁

Keep it my brother.

Damn i remember watching your videos when i was 8 on our smart TV. And now for the First Time i'm early in One of your videos 😲

The restoration is quite satisfying. I wouldn't spend my money on foldables just yet though. The durability still concerns me and I like to keep my phone for years until it no longer receives software and security updates.

@Sapient_Pearwood

Жыл бұрын

Man, I was with you until I got to go hands-on with a Z Flip 4, I ended up upgrading from my Note 20 Ultra 5G to the Z Flip 4 on the spot and haven't regretted it a bit. I was really concerned with durability as well but it seems like they've worked a lot of the kinks out and from my experience thus.fsr it isn't really much different than having Amy other phone except I don't use the inner display in places that might damage it like anywhere that there are large amounts of particles in the air or stuff flying through the air. I've also been pleasantly surprised by the cover screen. I was concerned about it being too small/narrow for my fat fingers but surprisingly I make fewer spelling errors/mistypes with it than I did with my Note 20 Ultra 5G. It sits in my hand more comfortably than the Note as well, even when unfolded thanks to the way Samsung balanced both halves, and both screens look fantastic! If you have a phone store near you where you can play with one in person I eould highly encourage you to do so. I've been shocked by how different thr phone is in person compared to the idea I had in my head.

Recently got myself one of these in perfect "like new" condition for only £400 (I'm becoming obsessed with buying tech the moment the next gen model comes out, just got a 2021 legion 7 for £700 less than the 22 model despite only a 10% performance difference, imo it's the best way to find bargains). I absolutely love the phone, it's the perfect replacement for my old note 8 as I get that note sized screen but it can still fit in women's jeans pockets (crucial as I don't carry a handbag). my biggest worry tho is reparability, I know the screen protector on the front has a tendency to crack over time and replacing it is not an easy process (thankfully the person I bought from had Samsung replace the original before sending it to me but still it's a worry). I suppose I just have to accept that this is not the type of phone I can keep using for 3+ years like my previous ones, tbh if it makes it 2 I'll be doing well. still for the price I paid I don't really mind, top of the line specs and a cool factor that'll impress more than the latest iPhone is pretty good for only £400, hopefully by the time it breathes it's last I'll be able to get a flip 5 for a good price and fingers crossed it'll be out of the early adopters phase by then.

Always slipped a tissue over the bezel when flipping it, its help for over flipped the screen

i have a fold 2 and its still perfect and has no scratches , my wife has the flip 3 and shes not a soft going person , but the screen is perfect after over 6 months heavy use. these folds seem to brake with people who want to destroy the phone in holland you can buy a new one for around €500 or 350 for a second hand one , so replacing the screen seems an expensive fix

great work! unfortunetly i can not get any screen(with or without frame) replacements.

Great work.

Given how many units are available on eBay with a broken screen, I can say that foldables are far from ready for prime time. This one was damaged because it was dropped but others die on their own, from regular use. Doesn't Samsung offer a free screen replacement anymore?

@viniciuscandido7133

2 жыл бұрын

I have one for a year, dropped a few times without a case, fold a lot during a day and the screen is flawless. I think the whole thing about foldable is luck, sometimes you get an unbreakable device other times you don't.

@Kalvinjj

2 жыл бұрын

@@viniciuscandido7133 And also, that's a year. I get your point entirely, but like, let's put it into perspective that you're (rightfully so, to add insult to injury) happy it's lasted a year. Devices these days are disposable.

@viniciuscandido7133

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kalvinjj yeah that's true. But I've seen people with a cracked crease after like 2 months of buying the phone. And of course this isn't cover by warranty. I've also seen a lot of people on reddit who had their screens replaced and they noticed that the crease on the replaced screen is smaller, the hinge is stiffer (since you get a whole new housing when you get a screen replacement) and things like that. I really believe these foldables have bad batches, that's why although I love this phone, I don't recommend it to anyone.

@EvilTurkeySlices

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t think they ever will be primetime. They are unnecessarily complex and fragile. It was done just to show how much of a technical achievement it was.

@michaelcorcoran8768

2 жыл бұрын

@@viniciuscandido7133 I mean no offense but that's a sample size of one.

Amazing video bro❤️❤️

nice work SAMSUNG.. you made usable E WASTE, that goes obsolescent in a years time

I wonder how they achieved such a break. mine has been dropped a few times, i even tripped over with it in my pocket and nothing. she is fine. just amazed.

Impressive Wizardry Sir.

thanks for sharing what liquid adhesives you use to reattach back panels, i had been wondering for months.

@kenmastersmaster

Жыл бұрын

Months? Any Google search would reveal it's b7000 in seconds

I like the concept of folding smartphones a lot, but I wish they'd ditch the folding screen and make it two separate displays with a tiny line in between them (like dual monitors for a computer). Then have the software treat those two screens as one. Sure it's not as "cool", but it's a lot more practical, durable, and you get the same utility (plus probably at a _much_ cheaper price point). I've only seen one phone do it this way, and I don't recall it getting a lot of attention.

Also got a Flip3. Mine is now about 10 month old and shows deep scratches along the folding display part. It seems like the top layer plastic(display foil came off after 6 month of use) broke open. Rly sad because otherwise my Flip 3 proved to be pretty solid. Can't report a worn out hinge or any other signs of wear and tear. So i definitely consider to repair mine. Samsung typically gives you a new screen for 1/2 the typical repair cost(450€) if it breaks within the first year of purchase. 225€ still cheap compared to a whole display assemble

@desyrachmawati1963

Жыл бұрын

Same with me, mine is shows scratches, and I dont know why it was happened. I just flip and put it on my pocket, and when I opened it, I was shocked looking the scratches along the screen. Is that human error or defect from the product?

I did a hinge replacement on one of these.

Im surprised that you didn't use a water resistant adhesive since the phone is water resistant

O melhor 😯

Great video

I'm getting the z fold 4 as soon as it comes out

And you are good for the next 5 months!

Love the way samsung has also put their advert at the start of this video

@NoBody-gf8ie

2 жыл бұрын

Samsung didn’t do that KZread did

its honestly kind of crazy how much these cracked display ones go on sale for, pcs and laptops will usually stay a little higher due to all the hardware inside but the 230 dollar one you bought while having an incredibly destroyed screen seems like all the internals work just fine

@stephensnell5707

9 ай бұрын

Do remember that Folding Smartphone Screens are made of fragile plastic NOT glass

Helpful video fix this hard phone

New ones already get sold for ~600€ here, there are also some deals with a Watch4 or phone contracts to get it even cheaper :D

Nice video man! Need a new phone so if this is for sale I’d like to buy it!

The first thing that gets me is how new this is and it already needs repairing, barely a year after it was launched.

I absolutely love my Z Flip, Z fold 3 5G and my Razr 5G. Foldables have stolen my heart as a tech enthusiast and a tech reviewer.

@EvilTurkeySlices

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll keep away from them, so more for you.

@Wacypro

2 жыл бұрын

I love the folding but I feel like they need to mature a bit before I could own one. I drop my phone a lot lol

@nushnume

2 жыл бұрын

@@Wacypro As long as their screens are plastic and not glass they will always be more fragile than a normal phone. My Z Flip 3 is still perfectly fine and i have it since launch day without a single scratch. There is also a display model in a phone shop near me and it’s also still fine and those phones also get more abuse from people. As long as you don’t drop them,they are going to be fine

@Wacypro

2 жыл бұрын

@@nushnume yeah IK that they’ll never be as durable as a fixed screen. I’m mostly waiting until they get cheaper so I can afford to drop it lol

I’m buying the 1st gen Z flip in the beautiful purple colorway for only $155 and actually fully functions I was in decent condition no crease or anything so I’m excited I have to be super careful though so it doesn’t start creasing

@13gta

2 жыл бұрын

Never fold it

@fandroid6491

2 жыл бұрын

@DJ what???

how i wish i could hav one of those. Happy Holidays......☺👍🙏

Superbe work! Thanks for sharing. In one of your A51 you mentioned that the fingerprint was an issue while swapping screens , is it the case with this one ? I need to change the screen on my Fold 3 so I was wondering. Thanks in advance for your kind help 😊 and keep up good work 👏

Crazy to see that they are so expensive in australia. I think they go for under 600€ brand new in Germany.

if the z flip had a full size external screen, i would consider getting one. so i opted for the razr

Have a first gen one. Would love it if the battery life weren't dreadful.

It's like a jigsaw? Nice work.

STILL WAITING ON THAT HUGH JEFFREYS MERCH DROP THOUGH 😁😁

The reason there was silicone around the front facing camera is to help keep dust out i think.

My first flip still untill now

I've owned 3 z flip 3s now, my first two had factory faults resulting in green dead pixels on the screen. it's a shame they couldn't offer a repair, but on the bright side I got it covered by warranty both times

@taulanthalimi6837

2 жыл бұрын

Why go with the same phone again which dissapointed you not one but twice

@Kalvinjj

2 жыл бұрын

@@taulanthalimi6837 Read again, it got covered by warranty, but not repaired, rather replaced under warranty.

@mvnd5652

2 жыл бұрын

@@taulanthalimi6837 it was replaced by warranty, I didn't have an option. I would've taken a refund but that isn't something you can do

@EvilTurkeySlices

2 жыл бұрын

By the second phone I’d just ask for my money back instead. The third will break, probably after the warranty ends.

@taulanthalimi6837

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kalvinjj No need to be rude , i was asking politly why So what i missed a detail

3:11 Now I want someone to make a transparent case for this phone, it looks way cooler without the back

@iZ3C0LD7

Жыл бұрын

Dbrand can give you that look/feel in either a skin form (Flip 3, 4) or a case (Flip 4 only): dbrand.com/shop/special-edition/teardown

very nice VDO

Definitely repairable if you have the skills that you have.

@junyaiwase

2 жыл бұрын

so basically its not

@junyaiwase

2 жыл бұрын

this is worse than a fucking iphone

0:22 looks like an art piece

The reason why most people avoid "flip / fold phones" are this, the screen is too fragile even our own fingernail can easily destroy the screen.

@brandon_nope

2 жыл бұрын

You can dent the plastic layer but not the actual screen

@ErnestJay88

2 жыл бұрын

@@brandon_nope Jerryrigeverything try to destroy Fold 2 using nothing but his own fingernail and succeed 😁

My guess would be that the silicon adhesive on the front face cam is more shock absorbing material than glue.

This folding design just looks such a disaster waiting to happen. Hugh's a brave man.

Watching this on my Z Flip 3 I had for a year now.

Exactly how do people know how to do this without breaking stuff and putting it back together again and having it work

Dear Hugh, is there any possibility to use the Motherboards from newer Smartphones with enough potential for building a type of Android/Gaming Box? Most likely an adapter for the screen to plug it to the Motherboard?

Broo in Lebanon you can buy a fully functional one that still has warranty for 500 usd !

I was thinking of buying one of these to repair, I should probably just get a cheap iphone first though huh

It will be interesting to see how this tech progresses over the next few years or so. We have a few of the Fold3 and 1 Flip (silicon case to keep from making much thicker). So far we have been quite happy with them, but did get coverage for damage. So far so good, all 4 devices are still working great even under heavy use. It will be hard to go back of course as I have integrated it with home, gaming, and work.