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@CF542

4 күн бұрын

Thanks for the link, I'm all signed up.

@Nerdexotic

4 күн бұрын

I am a bit of a Samsung fan boy, got Samsung SSDs monitors and used there phones for over a decade have the fold 3. to that end Love the square design looks so much better. but again no integrated s pen no upgrade to the cameras and the outside screen isn't like a normal phone plus batter isnt looking like its being upgraded. i think the negativity is just disappointment that samsung the company that innovates has not for what since the fold 2 not a lot has really changed? especially for the price. its pretty simple to me. give us the same outside screen as the ultra same cameras same spen experience same or bigger battery. and dust resistant give us these 5 things and your done.

I love this! There's so much negativity on the internet. The positivity ends up getting lost sometimes, so its nice to have a video focusing on the positives.

@FuitGummy

4 күн бұрын

my dream phone is basically an s24+, with squarer screen corners, that I can unfold. The fold 6 is moving in that direction, so I'm happy with the progress personally.

For me its hard for me to leave Samsung man... I left apple in 2014 and have never looked back. I love everything about Samsung: they have the most innovative phones especially with s pen support, best looking watches, best software. I was considering going over to google fold 2 or one plus open, but when i think about the s pen, and the Samsung ecosystem i just end up saying "the screen not being much wider aint that bad" haha a wider screen is better than a screen the same size at the end of the day.🤷🏽‍♂️ It's like threatening to leave your woman and she says "go on then" and you look out there and see what's out there, you just end up saying "i better stay put"🤣 Great video Shane! 👍🏼

@colbymann8729

4 күн бұрын

Same exact position I am in. I want the honor magic V2 as I think the hardware is the best. After looking into it between the carrier and insurance ( I don't use a case) it doesn't make sense.

@ricohinds1139

4 күн бұрын

@@colbymann8729 yeah you're better off staying over here lol... I feel like there are quick pros but long term cons of switching over. You'd feel like you're going backwards if you went over to a Chinese brand to be honest.

@brianwolters7560

4 күн бұрын

I'd love to see a Fold with top of the line camera and S-Pen slot.

@GHOSTSTARSCREAM

2 күн бұрын

Until' Samsung fixes their battery heat management (where it deglues the back glass from the phone in a hand-full of years with normal usage. Thanks to the battery bulging), and actually support right to repair in some way, shape, or form. I won't ever go back to them.

We need you to do the opposite video now. We need people with an audience telling Samsung how it is and hold them accountable for their bad decisions.

@yftinthyn007

4 күн бұрын

Hi Xiaomi/Oppo bot.

@DillonBlair

4 күн бұрын

@@yftinthyn007 no bot here, just someone who doesn’t like sugar coating. 😀

@BradLR

4 күн бұрын

​@@yftinthyn007look in the mirror bud you look more like a samsung bot. (im a fold 5 user btw) @DillonBlair I think the best thing is to vote with our wallets as consumers.

@WealthyWyatt

4 күн бұрын

Whether you're a bot or not I agree with you.

@sdmoore89

4 күн бұрын

If you don't like the z fold there are other options out there

I Much Prefer the boxy design with flat sides. I hate the rounded look that most people seem to prefer. I dont care about the crease. Its fine now to me, it can only get better. My biggest conplaint is the camera. And to be more specific, the zoom. The camera is fine on the Fold 5. It's just once you get over 15 feet away that the pictures start to fall apart. I would also LIKE better battery, but it's not a deal breaker for me, as the Fold 5 is good enough. Oh and P.S. Thinborne got back to me. The cases arent for sale yet. They won't be available until July 6th. So they're not really "sold out". They just haven't started yet.

Hello Shane! I absolutely love Samsung foldables....i've had the 3, 4 and 5 and the only reason I am not switching is because I want to keep the last of the "round corners design" as a memento. I will get the 7 for sure to start a collection with the boxier design!

I own the Galaxy Fold 3, and cannot wait for Fold 6 to be released.

@keenanjackson4907

2 күн бұрын

Same here, looking forward to the fold 6 and pixel fold 2

@TonyPesto

20 сағат бұрын

Same

I like the new boxy look and smaller hinge. There I said it... 😊

Im the few who is interested on the Z Fold 6 cuz of the squared corners 😊

I’m still heartbroken about the Surface Duo 3 especially after seeing your last video.

Not having to duplicate inner /outer screens, is very important to me

Not wide enough still, and it needs flagship cameras. I could care less about the crease, but that small screen and scaled down cameras are a deal breaker. I had the zfold 5 and kept it long enough for the s24 Ultra to be released. I think the thing that bothers me the most is Samsung simply not listening or caring what the consumer wants. I won't buy another fold from Samsung until I get what I want. If they never do, I will try another brand. I had the 1TB model of the fold 5 as well but just couldn't make myself like it.

I use the fold 4 and i love it. For me there isno better phone that matches my needs. Especially the spen is a unique feature. I will buy the fold 6 and i hope there will be good trade in programs. Greetings from Germany. I love your channel ❤

Always great content.

I had the bittersweet chance of working with my Samsung representative recently and holding the new fold and it's definitely a bittersweet situation. Nice device but not with the features worth upgrading from my four so I will be in place trading in my old four for the flip 6 now that it will have dex mode

Awaiting your video on the Pixel event in August.

One thing OnePlus Open has that I believe no other phone has and that a killer sound as in the loudness it can achieve. With all the air conditioning running, I can hear KZread over it all, The phone is totally awesome for sure !

Fantastic video Shane, thanks. All the positives fit with my requirements and even the negative of the cameras doesn’t bother me, I have never understood the obsession with cameras 😂 I’m going to get one 👍🏻

Hope they pull some surprises in the event. It's not thaat bad especially since I'm coming from the Fold 4, but I hate that they could do so much better but instead they give us improvements in such a slow fashion (see Honor Magic V2 and others)

Software is the only think keeping me from trying another foldable outside of Samsung

Shane, I totally respect ur opinion you give on all the phones so with that being said, I'll await for your review on the fold 6. I have the OnePlus open and I love it, but.....having the S pen would be nice. Hopefully you get the fold 6 early to review. Have a blessed day

I actually like the more narrow outer screen. Making the hinge a bit smaller will help with the feel of the device when using the outer screen only ... I only wish they were upgrading the cameras though. Great video

New subscriber here. Love the content! Keep it up 🎉

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

Welcome aboard!

Another positive point is it's only foldable that has a pen. Sure the Open can support pen but that Oppo Pen is the absolute hardest thing to get. Hopes to Google supporting USI pens on Fold 2, but I'm very doubtful that'll happen....

I switched a few months ago from an iPhone 13 to a Z Fold 5 (I've always been an iPhone user). Before making such a big change, I checked every or almost every foldable available at the moment. The Z Fold 5 wasn't the widest or the slimmest, and it didn't have the best camera. Besides the cameras (if it were up to me, I would've gotten rid of them just to have a flat back), it is pretty much the most complete foldable phone. Also, take into account that the software is a very important part of foldables, and Samsung is arguably the best with foldable software. For other foldables, I found it hard to get information about the hinge and the general durability over time. So yeah, it might not be perfect, but I still believe it's the best. And yes, it's a bit narrow and hard to write with two hands, but with one hand, the outer display is awesome. Apparently, I mostly use it with one hand when its folded because when it's folded, I'm usually outside and rarely have both hands free. Either I have the car key in the other hand or a bottle of water. The point is, it's wonderful to use with one hand.

A refreshing take.💯

When making a significant investment in a premium-priced phone at $2,000, it is reasonable to expect exceptional quality in all aspects of the device. However, it appears that the camera quality is comparable to that of a $500 phone, and the battery life is insufficient, requiring multiple charges throughout the day. Given the substantial financial commitment, one would anticipate receiving the best that Samsung has to offer in terms of overall performance and features. Unfortunately, the specifications provided are mediocre, and the price tag seems excessive. JUST BECAUSE IT FOLDS

@paganlord36

4 күн бұрын

No one's going to be charging this phone multiple times a day unless you're living on the inside screen for 6+hours of screen on time. But that's the same as any foldable, and the cameras are absolutely better than a 500$ phones, look past the physical megapixels and into the photo processing. Plus you can potentially get this phone for under 500$ or with a trade in so 🤷

@angrytuareg

4 күн бұрын

@paganlord36 well you are absolutely entitled to your opinion I've had the Galaxy fold 4 and now I'm on the fold 5 and my note had better cameras and yes I am charging this phone multiple times a day and I am on the interior screen most of the time... after all, that's why most of us bought the Fold, but I still stand by my statement when the s24 ultra surpasses the fold in every way, but the fold is 700 dollars more. That's a problem. You're paying A++ price for a B+ phone that folds...

@paganlord36

4 күн бұрын

@@angrytuareg I'm not paying 2k for it I'm getting it for 350$ lol

My only complaint with Samsung they have been giving us the same devices every year with a few major tweaks. I honestly don't think the ZF6 will do well this year. The GPF will probably do better because it really resembles the OPO. We will see in a few weeks.

the crease is a deal breaker as well as the fact that is not wide enough

@yftinthyn007

4 күн бұрын

Less crease = more screen damage. OnePlus Opens dropping like flies.

@donniethesportsguy893

4 күн бұрын

I think you really want a slab phone lol

@ryanhall9152

4 күн бұрын

It's a folding phone 😂

I'm buying it I loved my z2

@shomari17

4 күн бұрын

Just note that the inner screen camera is useless. It's still 4mp 🤦🏾‍♂️... Just get the Pixel Pro Fold. It will guarantee have better cameras and a 8 inch display.

@sparky6757

4 күн бұрын

Just note that the inner screen camera is actually pretty decent, it fulfills its intended function with flying colors, and the other person is wrong. Yes, it's 4mp. It also has Samsung's image processing there to take the mediocre image and make it look decent. Now, with a better selfie camera on the front when closed, and the ability to use the main camera for selfies when open, the only time you would ever be using the under-display camera as a camera is for video calls - and for that use case, the bitcrushing that happens during video call streaming makes what minor artifacting the mediocre camera leaves invisible. In a numbers race, the under display camera loses hard to every hole punch on the market - but it does its job, and in real world use you won't be able to tell a big difference, and then you get an uninterrupted display as a much more noticeable result.

Well, Shane, it seems to me the people who complain about the crease HAVEN'T EVEN SEEN a Z FOLD BEFORE! BECAUSE IF YOU HAVE ACTUALLY USED a Z Fold device before, you'd know THE CREASE DISAPPEARS! The ONLY time it's visible for me is when I'm not using it! When the screen is off and the AOD is on, that's when I've EVEN BEGUN TO NOTICE THE CREASE!😮😅

Thanks for the refreshing perspective. I had the 3 and still use the Fold 4 as my daily driver. MUCH prefer the more premium boxy look of the 6. I feel like once an opinion is formed in the public consciousness, people who gravotate towards criticism activate and become the loudest voices in the room. I think the Z fold 6 looks fantastic and premium with top tier specs. I will not judge the cameras or device until both review embargo is lifted and i get at least a week of in hand time. Im pumped for it

Shane have you seen the Google might announce the Google Pixel 9 series 08-13-2024?

The only real freedom you have is to buy what you like. Wasting energy for stuff i dont like is not on my agenda. Thanks for your content💪

Was wondering Shane why you haven't got yourself a Honor magic v2 with the global ROM so that you can compare it to the others it seems to be the only one that you have not bothered with , as I am buying this phone , I would be interested in your opinion , there are some great offers on the V2 at the moment .

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

Biggest reason is that it would be done at the expense of buying something like a Pixel or Galaxy phone that will have a better return on investment.

@colbymann8729

4 күн бұрын

@lisa75_ what carrier are you using for the Honor magic with Global? Are you able to insure it?

I was thinking that after seeing your pre-order link lol... like I don't think it'll be worth it, but shiny new and impulse... who knows lol

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

That impulse is strong lol

Shane stay nerdy my dude!

The crease is my biggest "problem". I like the rest. I swapped my Fold 5 for a OnePlus Open just because of the crease. Edit: Maybe the crease will be improved by an anti-reflective layer like the Galaxy S 24 Ultra

How many 1000s is it going to cost ?

The only reason I haven't pulled the trigger on a Fold yet, is my worry about reliability and I don't fault Samsung for seemingly prioritizing that and user experience over bleeding edge technology. I think for most casual people the novelty of the folding display is still present(my girlfriend who is an iOS user often flirts with the idea of owning a foldable for this very reason.) So I think that should be enough to hold them over for now. Presently, Samsung's biggest obstacle I believe is the price. (Forgive me if this is a little incoherent folks, I'm in the middle of my graveyard shift and somehow I've made it this far without a sip of coffee.) It's clear the Note 7 thing was a turning point for them, so even with a relatively new market like Foldables, they're probably gonna play it safe by changing just enough for it to count as an improvement, but not rocking the boat too much.

@TheMach1nist

4 күн бұрын

Also great video as always, I just wanted to add speculation as to why the Fold 6 is 'boring' past the usual arguments that they're just lazy.

@GHOSTSTARSCREAM

2 күн бұрын

@@TheMach1nist This^. Durability is a big concern of mine. Everyone who said that the durability is great is utter BS Because, they don't use the phone for a long enough time like normal users do. They keep on upgrading in before the 1.5-2yr mark and get the next iteration. Until' I see a foldable durability that last atleast 3 to 5 years at most without any screen damage or hinge stiffness degradation. I will never consider getting one (especially one a 2yr contract plan). That just sounds like you're asking for it ruined quicker.

I am surprised you haven't said anything or done a video on the xperia 1vi

Just us 2 s24 that fold the price is there, they keep going lite and smaller but compromise on everything else

I think the ZF6 has the potential to be spectacular. If they come with a built-in S-Pen like the Ultra I will most likely get one. Love the S-Pen.

I for one am glad that the Z Fold 6 maintains the width of the cover screen. It's the perfect compromise between ease of handling and viewing experience. My major complaint on the Z Fold 5 cover screen is its aspect ratio and it seems that they've fixed that with this release.

@alphaspartan

15 сағат бұрын

You really happy that they increased the width by only 2-3mm? Or you're just happy they're moving in that direction every single year. I guess in 15 more generations we'll finally get the Pixel 1 aspect ratio. 😂

The Fold 6 is going to be amazing. Perfect? No. But upgraded from the 5 and you can't beat Samsung software. 🔥🔥🔥

1. I like the square body. It's what I miss from having used Notes for years. I'm welcoming this change. 2. Why do people want Sammy to match other manufacturers? Hey, Samsung is stagnant. They need to look JUST LIKE EVERYONE else! Uh, isn't this the point of options and choices? Some people like passport size; some people like the OP because outer screen is similar to a slab; others prefer the candy bar for easy of one hand operation. Y'all would be complaining that everyone is doing the same thing should Samsung match others... Samsung has made it clear that they will stick with this form factor; they want you to open it up and use it. They are refining what they have; they are improving; they just won't make a huge physical change. 3. Crease - it's not an issue; nobody uses their phone turned off looking at the crease. When using it, it's totally fine; and as you mentioned Shane, I'll take the crease at the expense of not having a good IP rating. 4. Software experience (including Dex and ecosystem) is what has prevented me from getting the OP Open. I have added it to my cart and almost pulled the plus several times! 5. Cameras - bruh, come one, most people take pics to post on social media at most; they are just fine! And people keep their devices 3+ years so why upgrade cameras every year? Yes, as tech nuts we would like them to be better, but thinking about most users, they are just fine... 6. Price - I wish it would go down for sure! With all this said... Do I wish the cover display was wider? For sure! Do I wish the crease was less visible? Of course. Do I wish I had the stupid zoom like on my previous Note/Ultra? You bet! Am I excited about the new device? Yes! Will I upgrade from my Fold 5? Absolutely!

@sadcub1

4 күн бұрын

I dont believe it's about wanting Samsung to match other manufacturers. It's about wanting the most value for the high price tag. I don't think anyone would complain if the Samsung hardware was as good as Chinese manufacturer's hardware. Many people don't have "options and choices," and are stuck with Samsung, hence the valid anger about Samsung holding back yet still asking for the most money. And BTW, the crease can be an issue for S Pen users. idc about the what the crease looks like while looking at the screen. but when it effects the usability of the device, that's an issue.

@emanuelneiconi

4 күн бұрын

@@sadcub1 The discussion I always see is about the size especially outer screen. That's the comparison I'm talking about. I agree with you that for the price we should expect more, but looking at the overall package I still think Samsung is better hardware-wise. Again, personally, I don't think they're holding back - my feeling is that they've picked their lane and staying in it, whether we like it or not. I hope I'm wrong though and we'll see larger Folds. While it would be a behemoth of a device, I would totally rock a S24U sized-device, doubled up (would need to be thin and cameras I'm afraid would suffer as there's no room to cram them inside such a thin body). Only time will tell. And yes, your point about the S Pen is totally valid. I used to use it on my Note/Ultra devices but rarely do these days and therefore personally it doesn't affect me as much. I hope we get more competition in the US. I'm curious to see what OP does with the Open 2.

@sadcub1

4 күн бұрын

@@emanuelneiconi Understood. I think what people generally imagine a foldable device should be, is a smartphone that can turn into a tablet. In other words, it should be just as usable as a smartphone as it is as a tablet. However, the outer screen on the Folds is not very user-friendly, with apps not optimizing well with the cramped aspect ratio and media getting cropped. Typing can also be difficult. Ofc some people the narrow form of the Fold, but I think the narrowness prevents a lot of people from even considering the Fold in the first place. I believe the mass of users want a 2-in-1 device if they are gonna pay for a folding device. Not just a portable tablet. And Samsung should be listening to their consumers rather than just doing what they themselves want. The OPO was named the best foldable of last year by many reviewers largely because of its hardware. It was OP's first foldable and was already better than the Fold's 5th iteration. So, I believe Samsung is holding back. It's disappointing how they make one very minor upgrade each year yet charge the same price or more, and on top of that, the Fold is Samsungs most expensive device yet they can't even bother putting the latest specs in it. The biggest "upgrade" in the Fold last year was that it finally closed with no gap. That should've been done by the Fold 2. Samsung is taking their sweet time to give us a foldable worth its price. I think that's what upsets people.

@emanuelneiconi

3 күн бұрын

@@sadcub1 Absolutely valid points and am totally with you. See my reply above - I want a huge foldable personally... Maybe I'm trying to justify my decision to stick with Samsung. I much prefer OneUI. Dex is amazing and has come in handy more times than I can count. OP Open was named best foldable for good reason but in my opinion it's not. Yes it's larger. Yes it's thinner. But worse IP rating, more failures, repair issues/woes/terrible experiences with some owners, etc. Overall the Fold is a much better device (and it better be it being 5th gen). Many of my points do not give Samsung a pass. Yes, they have got to listen to their customers. We demand better. My whole point in all these comments is what my wife once said (completely different situation but I think it applies): It doesn't excuse the behavior, it just explains it. I hope the new design head will take Sammy in a better direction. I remain hopeful. Until then, Fold 6 will have to do for me. :)

@sadcub1

3 күн бұрын

@@emanuelneiconi I understand. I really hate that I'm considering "upgrading" to the Fold 6. even though the screen is still not wide enough for me among other disappointments, I may have to take the minor improvements I can get, as the Fold 5 outer screen width is abysmal. and I hate that Samsung plays their consumers by doing just this and that I would be playing their game exactly how they want. As much as I think the hardware of the OPO is better, I'm with you about switching. I can't get past their finicky software, inferior ecosystem, and poor user support. And the main downside of the OPO for me is the lack of an available pen which is crucial for my use case. None of the other Chinese foldables are available in my country (and don't have pens anyway I believe). I just don't think Samsung should be defended for their actions with the Fold. They can and should be doing better and it irks me that people are trying to give them a pass. If OP provided a [available] pen and reduced their software bugs, then they will have me, as I do believe they have the best foldable on the market in my country-- just not for my personal use case (yet). I'm stuck with Samsung for now if I want a foldable, so I speak my disappointments in hopes that soon they will listen to their majority of Fold consumers and make a change.

My wish would be a mashup between the S24 Ultra and the Z Fold 6. Top tier camera of the Galaxy series and BUILT IN PEN 🙏. The hope stays up for the Z Fold 7 to have built in S Pen 😂

OMG when you said "If you're feeling bad about the Z Fold 6..." I thought it was going to segway into a BetterHelp sponsored segment. :)

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

😂

You do a good job reducing negativity and improving culture of tech reviews - it is easy to write and speak about a device as a disappointment but putting things into the context and explain what could be the motivations of the manufacturer for doing things how they are doing them is something I miss...

@scaryifliteral

3 күн бұрын

Thank you!

I love my Z fold 4, it’s my Surface Duo one phone replacement.

Gahhh... I'm going to try, Shane. I like that it has water resistance, the cover SCREEN is getting bigger, although I would have preferred a.... Nope can't do it, it's ridiculous recycled phone that is virtually indistinguishable from the fold 2. At this point I would get a OnePlus Open before the z fold 6. I have a glimmer of hope now that it appears the pixel fold 2 is being announced in August.... Ugh, I wish the OnePlus Open had wireless charging, it would be in my pocket right now 100%. Still holding into my note 20 ultra... I will miss my sd card slot, I have a 1tb filled with movies and TV shows, it's cool having an entire offline media library with me wherever I go. It's frustrating that none of the Chinese phones have band 71 support for T-Mobile 600mhz 5g, they are all a non starter... Unless that cover display on the z fold 6 is wider in the hand than it appears in photos, it's a no go from me

Apparantly Pixel 9 line (including the Pixel 9 Pro Fold) is also coming early in August or atleast announced in August. Should have a closer competition time to Samsung

I'm all for this. It's nice to have a positive outlook and I'll admit...I'm not keen on the fold 6 but it might tick someone else's boxes. I think the reason folks are down on it is because in the space of a few months, they went from the only option to 1 of 3 and their next offering doesn't change battery size nor camera hardware AND it costs a hundred bucks more. Totally understand folks dunking on it but (hypocrisy warning) maybe we need to ease up until it's in our hands and see what it truly has to offer.

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

100% This. People need to stop making dunking on everything their number 1 goal in life lol. Be critical, absolutely! Just find a balance..

I'm buying it. It looks sexy. It will be my first foldable. Can't wait!

It's a really nice refined device, look at the S23 to S24, nice refined improvement. The screen failure rate for the 5 appears to have been really low, 5 years of hinge iterations has to be helping that. I read some horror stories about the Oneplus and the Honor with screen issues. Then software, if you are buying a folding phone, do you want the best software? Then it's the Samsung..

@CF542

4 күн бұрын

I have to agree with you. Samsung's support is far superior to OnePlus which stopped me from buying the Open.

Have you looked into the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro?? Just ordered the global version, looks like it will dominate these new US foldables

@deltaechomusicnh555

4 күн бұрын

What US foldable? Samsung is a south Korean company.

@CannataNFL

4 күн бұрын

@@deltaechomusicnh555 It's released in the US.

I think a good jump would be from ZF3 to ZF6. I don't feel the need to upgrade every year unless it's a bigger difference. Which may be what they're after. But then why make one every year? (Rhetorical question) I just wasn't sure about the price jump. But that's just me. They do offer a good trade in and decent customer support. But I have the one plus open. I prefer their split screen options. Love it! But yes... I miss Samsung software, customizing and wireless charging.

The Samsung UI is so heavily underrated. Only the seperate homescreens is a winner already. I really really really hate all the other devices where the big inside screen only acts as two outside screens. It's really ugly and lacks customise abilities. I'm baffled no other manufacturer has come op with this idea or looked at Samsung what makes their software experience so much better. If Samsung improves the width of the outer screen and maybe a bit better camera's there's no contest

I'm probably going to get the fold 6. It could have a bugger battery though. I ain't getting Chinese phones, their UI sucks. I was thinking of getting the pixel fold 2 but tensor chip is lackluster sadly for a multimedia phone.

I am most likely going to get the Z Fold 6. I am going to be coming from a Note 20 Ultra so the upgrade should actually be worthwhile. I will say for those moving from other foldables there are reviewers that have given more hands on reviews comparing the OnePlus Open and the Z Fold 5. Obviously that isn't the Z Fold 6 but there should be some improvements (even if they are minor). I've seen mixed results on what the reviewers chose in the comparisons. What I came away with is the cameras are unanimously better on the Oneplus, the fast charging is amazing, and the software is mostly pretty good. I also got from the more in depth reviewers that there are some shortcomings in the software like some things not fitting the inner screen in an optimal way, wifi connection issues, and in some scenarios not pulling up full text when scrolling down. By comparison the Z Fold 5 supposedly had their software more optimized. The cameras were not bad but not all lenses fair well up against the OnePlus. The software overall came off as a little better on the Z Fold going by the reviews. Moving to the release of the Z Fold 6, it is obviously going to improve over the Z Fold 5. The camera hardware appears to be the same but my assumption is they are trying to go the Pixel route and make it better via processing and software (which I am fine with if the can come close to matching Google's accumen in that area). I've also seen the suggestion of possibly 2 more hours of battery life if I read correctly. The last thing is I have heard OnePlus will not be releasing a new Open to compete this year. So any advantages that OnePlus had may be reduced, or lost. The areas where OnePlus fell short of Samsung may be widened by them not releasing this year. I am sure the OnePlus Open is a great device butI am more confident that I will enjoy the Z Fold more and I actually like using the S Pen on occasion even if it won't be on the level of the S Pen that came with the later Notes and the Ultra models.

It has potential to be good. But squared off is not enough, they should've or hopefully will make it wider on the front screen.

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

The front screen is wider

@ronbrooks6547

4 күн бұрын

@scaryifliteral in the rumored renders a hair wider but if Noticeably wider than I want one

I'm not looking for s24 ultra cameras (that would be nice because those cameras are insane plus it's $500-600 more expensive) but I don't want to see 3 years of the same thing. They could absolutely improve the software, the hardware is fine. There's tons of resolution to work with but improve it. I like the new design but also skeptical of how it feels (even though every normal person puts a case on it). The folds are just a little too thick to put a heavy duty case on it. I use the magsafe ecosystem and I put a ring on it to help hold it. I'm just going to be annoyed if they slightly change the frame and slap a new chip and call it a day. The cover screen seems like a nice change, it'll seems to be one handable (sorta) but not awkward to use just about any app besides messages. Put 16 GB of RAM at least (id like 512 storage) improve the cameras (at least the software) make the cover screen better to use for apps but still compact (if you need more space open the thing, that's kinda the point of a fold) and i'd be satisfied. Oh and bring back the f**king memory card slot. This tries to be an all in 1 device and I wanna put an SD card in there. The IR blaster would be great to return as well.

Does anyone know if the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will have dual eSIM capability? Two lines active using only eSIMs? My US edition Fold 5 only allows for ONE eSIM and ONE physical SIM to configure two active lines.

I love my 24U and camera but maaaan do I miss the inner display

I can't wait for the disclaimer for the Pixel Fold 2 reveal 😅

As someone who actually likes the aspect ratio of the Z Fold, my two cents are that I would much rather that design is refined and still available rather than Samsung's fold becoming a carbon copy of OnePlus. If I wanted the OnePlus I would buy that, but I don't - I specifically want the design that Samsung uses. If I lived in fantasy land, sure, I'd want the Z Fold design, except as thin and creaseless as the chinese phones, and the battery and cameras and internal S Pen of the S24 Ultra, and also IP68, and also completely indestructible with zero points of failure. Such a device is physically impossible right now though, and of all the folds on the market, Samsung's is the closest to what I personally want - so if it's just little refinements here and there every year, fine. That's still the one I'm gonna get when it's time to upgrade.

I did the pre pre order but I need to see something in the samsung event or I'll just keep my fold 4

I think the AI features could make a difference along with the ecosystem. Looking at it from that perspective makes it good imo. No excuse for the camera situation though.

All of Samsung's foldable customers, "The glass is half empty.... Shane, " The glass is half full"!!! LOL

I’m a fan but my only major complaint is the non flagship camera and lack of fast charging. Should be at least 45W lol

I’m actually excited for the z fold 6

Unfortunately the entire foldable discourse is overwhelmingly dominated by people who seem to be ranking the entire experience of any foldable based off the outer screen width and a crease that you barely see on older Z Folds when it's held in an orientation that you'd use it at. And when you imply that there can be something more important than the outer display width... they cuss and rage and call you a Samsung fanboy. Me personally... I'm very conflicted because I kinda don't wanna like the Fold6 and I do... it has that Nubia-style ultra-boxy design that I love, it's getting lighter, and they're cutting into the bezel to make the screen larger instead of drastically changing the device dimensions... which was actually a thing I've mentioned they should've done in the Fold5 in your comments many times over. ... physically they're doing everything that makes it appeal to me. Which means I'm gonna have to finally confront the death of native 32-bit compatibility if I want this phone... seeing if i can let go of any of these games I bought, or pouring hours into some emulator that hopefully runs all my 32-bit games and runs them well.

I will get the Fold 6 and trade my 5 in. I need a slightly bigger keyboard and would not mind a standard phone like appearance of the fold 6. There bezels are just too much bezel on the 5. The fold 6 in navy will look sleek. I like the small phone. I just unfold it if i need a bigger screen. The biggest letdown is the camera. But the design is changing. It the past, we used to be happy if the design had changed. Nowadays, it's not enough.

I'm from a Note20 Ultra and getting a fold. Since I am in Canada, the only option is Fold 6.

The new Xiaomi has ip53 with a way better crease, I'd trade the crease for a less ip rating any day, you touch the damn thing every day but you don't go out in the rain everyday nevermind swimming with your device

It's a decent upgrade from the 4, and Google have hardware issues every year. Until Apple get in the game, it really is the best foldable globally

I get it, but most smartphones stay about the same every year. I am guessing that Android users trade-in their phones more often (?). Honestly, in terms of folding phones, a lot of other phones are still following Samsung's lead. They aren't perfect, but I'd miss my Samsung Fold if I moved to another brand. I've loved every Fold I've owned.

SO THATS WHY IN THE KOREAN MARKETS AND IN CHINA SAMSUNG HAS THE W25! I just realized that!

What i want is the Korean thin model

Are rumors of no s pen support for the 6 true

@scaryifliteral

2 күн бұрын

no

Give me a Fold Ultra. I don't care about weight. My dream phone would be the S24 Ultra folding open. I would happily pay $2k+ for that.

I’m buying it as long as I get 1k trade in deal.

If the leaks are correct I will keep my fold 3 for another year because it is still going strong :D I only need a new battery for 50 euro

OnePlus may be skipping a year, but is the Z Fold5 going to be $500-$600 better than the current OnePlus Open?

Crease on the dummy unit if it’s like this I’ll stick to iPhone. Makes no sense they wouldn’t improve it considering there competitors have removed it so much

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

To be fair, most of the competition doesn't offer water resistance at the same level as samsung. That's the trade they're making.

Shane, be careful being optimistic in the comments here.😏Seriously though, I am going to keep my mind open until we see the final product. That said, if the camera is truly staying the same and there's little improvement to this device beyond the form factor tweaks, I'll probably skip the Fold 6 and see what Google and OnePlus have up their sleeves.

A minority is often vocal, but still a minority

Pixel 9 series launching on August 13

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

Yep. I filmed this like 5 days ago though so no way to mention it lol

I dont think samsung has any real competition in the west tbh the oneplus open and google fold are great options but i don’t see any person buying it over the samsung phones so idk when they will improve

Samsung just has to make the outer display wider and the phone taller. That's all. How effing hard is that for them to do? Just make the outer display as wide as a normal effing phone like the Chinese brands, Honor, Vivio, Xiaomi, One Plus etc.

Part of the problem, in my completely unprofessional view, is that Samsung's Unpacked events are such soulless happenings.

I have had every Fold released on the 5 now. I want a larger front screen and thinner phone. Samsung is too comfortable with the lack of chinese phones in the US. Honor magic V2 is the perfect phone but my carrier and insurance wont cover it 😢 The pixel fold 2 dimensions look great so we will see. I definitely wont be getting a Fold 6

I hope Samsung just surprises us

Boxy Boys!!!! (Shot out to Melo)

Well, foldable devices aren't looking as good to me as they once did because my pixel fold recently received the dreaded, "damaged bootloader" kiss of death. Had to give Verizon to send me a new fold. Didn't even last one full year. Very disappointing. It's a good thing I had my pixel 8 Pro.

for me the outer screen is not big enough(i have the magic v2) and the battery at 4400mah is silly when the v2 is slicker and has a 5000 mah battery and ofc is still too "fat" for a foldable (the ideal is the v2 sorry)

I think it’s probably a solid phone. Just nothing too exciting.

VIVO Fold 3 is a lot better in my opinion but probably for the software

When Samsung makes a better version and calls it w25 and sends it to China, I don't know man.

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

To be fair, they've been doing this pretty much the whole time lol

And why aren't you complaining that it doesn't come with a charger brick still After they mocked the iPhone (in)directly on Twitter whenever they got rid of theirs. And one year later, they did the exact same thing? And where are those free headphones that we used to always get in our flagship phones? LMAO

@scaryifliteral

4 күн бұрын

And for that matter, the saltwater Taffy used to be a nickel!